as in clothing
covering for the human body
the man's sober vesture contrasted sharply with his companion's festive finery
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as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
vestured like a queen for her grand birthday party
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Recent Examples of vesture
Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 31 Dec. 2022
To believe that this Creator took on human vesture, accepted death and mortality, was tempted, betrayed, broken, and all for love of us, defies reason.
—Ruth Franklin, The New York Review of Books, 25 Feb. 2020
Noun
Benedict, in contrast, wore the vesture like a uniform, emphasizing his notion of the papacy not as a glamorous appointment but as the humble, humbling job of leading the Catholic church.
—Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 31 Dec. 2022
To believe that this Creator took on human vesture, accepted death and mortality, was tempted, betrayed, broken, and all for love of us, defies reason.
—Ruth Franklin, The New York Review of Books, 25 Feb. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vesture
Noun
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Indeed, Huntsman has created bespoke women’s clothing for more than 175 years, and during this time has dressed some of the world’s most influential women, including Coco Chanel, Grace Kelly, Katherine Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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On the first Sunday of every month from October to May, roughly 200 vendors set up all kinds of colorful, sleek wares, including retro furniture, funky art, and ’60s glassware, plus vintage clothing and jewelry.—
Sara Bliss,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The en suite bath, clad in fine stone and stained silver oak, includes a rain-steam shower and a separate water closet.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2025
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Martinez, clad only in his boxers, was arrested and hit with numerous gun possession charges.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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An armed man dressed in black and wearing a mask broke into the apartment, and kept asking for money, Rainge told investigators.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
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Within seconds, the door was opened by a faceless robot dressed in a beige bodysuit that clung tight to its trim waist and long legs.—
Cade Metz,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The actress opted to keep her accessories, minimal, maintaining focus on her attire for the daytime talk show.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
26 Mar. 2025
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The two don military camouflage in one scene, and face off elsewhere in the play in more formal attire.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Beyond choreography, students take charge in areas such as costuming, leading rehearsals, staging and vocals.—
Ainsley Northrop,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
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First 1883, also costumed by Janie Bryant, and then 1923, which is now in its second season.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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As one of Asia’s leading fashion events, Fashion InStyle 2025 will bring together nearly 400 international exhibitors from the apparel and fashion sectors, featuring textiles, fashion technology, sustainable solutions, seasonal apparel, accessories and industry partners.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Apr. 2025
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With men’s apparel ranging from polos to argyle quarter-zips and blended cotton-cashmere knit sweaters, the line’s boldest pieces are the bottoms: a pleated pant with sewn-on 3-Stripe detail and the Originals Archive Plaid Pant featuring a center fold press inspired by icons of the past.—
Michael LoRé,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Vesture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vesture. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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