What does vesture mean?
Vesture means A covering of, or like, clothing..
Vesture
/ˈvɛst͡ʃə(ɹ)/ · noun
Meaning
A covering of, or like, clothing..
Definitions by Sense
- A covering of, or like, clothing.
- (archaic) To clothe.
Example Sentences
His broad-brim was placed beside him; his legs were stiffly crossed; his drab vesture was buttoned up to his chin; and spectacles on nose, he seemed absorbed in reading from a ponderous volume.
It pencilled each flower with rich and variegated hues, and threw over its exuberant foliage a vesture of emerald green.
Synonyms for vesture
Antonyms for vesture
Related Words
Word Forms
- vestures
- vesturing
- vestured
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for vesture?
Common synonyms include apparel, wear, clothing, clothes.
What is the opposite of vesture?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use vesture in a sentence?
His broad-brim was placed beside him; his legs were stiffly crossed; his drab vesture was buttoned up to his chin; and spectacles on nose, he seemed absorbed in reading from a ponderous volume.
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