Definition of "vestment" in English

noun

1. A robe, gown, or other article of clothing worn as an indication of office.

   • The priest wore a white vestment during the ceremony.
   • Medieval paintings often depict bishops in ornate vestments.

2. Any of the special articles of clothing worn by members of the clergy etc., especially a garment worn at the celebration of the Eucharist.

   • liturgical vestment
   • ceremonial vestment
   • ecclesiastical vestment

3. (in the plural) Clothing.

4. (archaic) An article of clothing, especially an outer garment.