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waistcoat

/ˈweɪst.kəʊt/

/ˈweɪs.tkoʊt/

Translations

waistcoatnoun

waistcoats

/ˈweɪst.kəʊt/

/ˈweɪs.tkoʊt/

He wore a waistcoat over his shirt.

Он надел жилет поверх рубашки.

Additional translations

Synonyms

waistcoat jacket

sleeveless jacket

waistcoatadjective

/ˈwɛskət/

/ˈweɪskoʊt/

Attributive use in phrases like "waistcoat pocket" justifies adjectival classification.

waistcoatnoun

A sleeveless upper-body garment, often worn over a shirt and under a jacket, typically part of a man's formal suit.

He wore a tailored waistcoat under his suit jacket for the wedding.

A similar garment worn by women, often as part of a fashion ensemble.

She paired her waistcoat with a crisp white blouse and jeans for a chic look.

waistcoatadjective

Relating to, designed for, or characteristic of a waistcoat.

He tucked the watch back into his waistcoat pocket.