CEFR B1

vested

noun

Meaning

A sleeveless garment worn on the upper body, typically over a shirt and under a jacket.

Examples

He buttoned his vest before putting on his suit jacket.
The vintage vest added a touch of classic style to his outfit.

Synonyms: waistcoat, gilet, undershirt

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vested (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /vɛst/

Definition

A sleeveless garment worn on the upper body, typically over a shirt and under a jacket.

Examples

He buttoned his vest before putting on his suit jacket.
The vintage vest added a touch of classic style to his outfit.

How to Use vested

vest in (prepositional phrase): To give power or rights to a specific person or group. — "The decision-making power is vested in the shareholders."
vest with (prepositional phrase): To endow or clothe someone with a power or quality. — "The constitution vests the president with the authority to veto laws."

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