waistcoat

noun

waist·coat ˈwe-skət

ˈwās(t)-ˌkōt

: an ornamental garment worn under a doublet

chiefly British : vest sense 1a

waistcoated

ˈwās(t)-ˌkō-təd

adjective

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The doll, which is called the Witch Weaver, wears flared bell-bottoms, a gossamer harlequin blouse, gold waistcoat and crystal headpiece — taking inspiration from Reed’s signature design codes, personal style and even Lady Gaga. —

Violet Goldstone, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024 The choice of white club collar shirts, tweed waistcoats, flat caps and baker boy hats ushered in a revolution in contemporary British menswear. —

Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024 Lyons, 56, wore a look with a white waistcoat, white bowtie, black ankle-length pants and a black jacket with tails. —

Hedy Phillips, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024 Keoghan sported an olive velvet Burberry velvet jacket, waistcoat and trousers and a ruffled silk poplin shirt. —

Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for waistcoat