noun
vestment
Vestment (noun) means a robe, gown, or other article of clothing worn as an indication of office.
noun
1
A robe, gown, or other article of clothing worn as an indication of office.
2
Any of the special articles of clothing worn by members of the clergy etc., especially a garment worn at the celebration of the Eucharist.
3
An article of clothing, especially an outer garment.
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Etymology
From Middle English vestement, vestment, from Old French vestement, from Latin vestīmentum. By surface analysis, vest + -ment. Compare French vêtement.
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What is the meaning of vestment?
"vestment" (noun) means a robe, gown, or other article of clothing worn as an indication of office.
What are the different meanings of vestment?
"vestment" has 3 main meanings: 1. A robe, gown, or other article of clothing worn as an indication of office; 2. Any of the special articles of clothing worn by members of the clergy etc., especially a garment worn at the celebration of the Eucharist; 3. An article of clothing, especially an outer garment.