noun

1. A loose robe or outer garment worn historically by men in Arab or Middle Eastern countries.

2. A sleeveless garment that buttons down the front, worn over a shirt, and often as part of a suit; a waistcoat.

3. A sleeveless garment, often with a low-cut neck, usually worn under a shirt or blouse.

Synonyms: waistcoat, singlet, tank top, undershirt

verb

1. To clothe with, or as with, a vestment, or garment; to dress; to robe; to cover, surround, or encompass closely.

2. To clothe with authority, power, etc.; to put in possession; to invest; to furnish; to endow; followed by with and the thing conferred.

   “to vest a court with power to try cases of life and death”

3. To place or give into the possession or discretion of some person or authority; to commit to another; with in before the possessor.

   “The power of life and death is vested in the king, or in the courts.”