vestment
English
A bishop of the Church of Sweden wearing vestments
Etymology
Borrowed from Old French vestement (compare French vêtement), from Latin vestīmentum. Surface analysis vest + -ment.
Noun
vestment (plural vestments)
- (archaic) An article of clothing, especially an outer garment.
- A robe, gown, or other article of clothing worn as an indication of office.
- Any of the special articles of clothing worn by members of the clergy etc., especially a garment worn at the celebration of the Eucharist.
- (in the plural) Clothing.
References
- vestment at OneLook Dictionary Search
- vestment in The Century Dictionary, New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., 1911.
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