Vestment: meaning, definitions and examples

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vestment

[ ˈvestmənt ]

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finance

A sum of money or other capital that is invested or available for investment.

Synonyms

capital, funds, investment

Examples of usage

Many investors are considering the best vestment opportunities in the current market.
The company's vestment in new technology paid off with increased productivity.

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religion

A ceremonial robe worn by the clergy or members of a religious order.

Synonyms

attire, garment, robe

Examples of usage

The bishop wore a luxurious vestment for the special ceremony.
The monks donned their simple vestments for the morning prayers.

Translations

Translations of the word "vestment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vestimenta

🇮🇳 वस्त्र

🇩🇪 Gewand

🇮🇩 jubah

🇺🇦 облачення

🇵🇱 szata

🇯🇵 法衣 (ほうい)

🇫🇷 vêtement liturgique

🇪🇸 vestidura

🇹🇷 giysi

🇰🇷 제의

🇸🇦 ثوب كهنوتي

🇨🇿 ornát

🇸🇰 ornát

🇨🇳 法衣 (fǎ yī)

🇸🇮 ornat

🇮🇸 kyrtill

🇰🇿 киим

🇬🇪 სასულიერო სამოსი

🇦🇿 din xadimi geyimi

🇲🇽 vestidura

Word origin

The word 'vestment' originated in the late Middle English period, derived from the Old French 'vestment' or 'vestement', which in turn came from the Latin 'vestmentum', meaning 'garment' or 'clothing'. The term has evolved to encompass both financial investment and religious attire, reflecting its dual usage in different contexts.

See also: divest, divestment, vest, veste.