Veste: meaning, definitions and examples

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veste

[ vɛst ]

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clothing

A sleeveless garment covering the upper part of the body, typically worn over a shirt or blouse.

Synonyms

blazer, jacket, waistcoat

Examples of usage

She wore a stylish veste to the party.
The veste was made of soft wool material.

Translations

Translations of the word "veste" in other languages:

🇵🇹 colete

🇮🇳 जैकेट

🇩🇪 Weste

🇮🇩 rompi

🇺🇦 жилет

🇵🇱 kamizelka

🇯🇵 ベスト

🇫🇷 gilet

🇪🇸 chaleco

🇹🇷 yeleği

🇰🇷 조끼

🇸🇦 سترة

🇨🇿 vesta

🇸🇰 vesta

🇨🇳 背心

🇸🇮 telovnik

🇮🇸 vesti

🇰🇿 көйлек

🇬🇪 ჟილეტი

🇦🇿 jilet

🇲🇽 chaleco

Word origin

The word 'veste' originated from the Old French word 'veste', meaning 'garment'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to refer to a sleeveless upper body garment. The term has evolved over time to encompass various styles and designs of vests worn for both fashion and practical purposes.

See also: divest, divestment, vest, vestment.