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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Apply insect repellant containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535 to bare skin and clothing.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2026
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Additionally, Amazon has its own line of fashion brands, including Amazon Essentials, which target budget-conscious shoppers looking for functional clothing staples like shirts, pants, and shoes.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The musician proved yet again her prowess for making even the most outlandish of outfits seem suddenly downright wearable yesterday in Venice, where she DJed at the Biennale, clad in look 80 from the fall 2026 Bottega Veneta collection by Louise Trotter.—
Max Berlinger,
Vogue,
8 May 2026
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There are 45 rooms beside and above the spa, all clad in Byzantine colours of muted gold and deep red.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Madame Gres dressed the likes of Princess Grace of Monaco, Greta Grabo, Marlene Dietrich and Jacqueline Kennedy.—
Cathrin Schaer,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Today, pretty much every maison has a reference dressed in the hue.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Accents of lilacs and some speckled greens were featured behind the appliqué too, emphasizing the whimsy of Klum’s attire.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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Ripley, who was in orange jail attire sitting in the jury box, looked down at the floor throughout the proceeding.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Three-time Academy Award and three-time BAFTA winning costume designer Sandy Powell is on board for costuming.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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The dynamic nature of production meant that details were constantly changing while the physical space was being set up, including the costuming, decorations, and even the script.—
Zoe Papelis,
Vulture,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The licensed apparel wholesaler announced the appointment of Sonia Mendez as vice president of import production, while former SVP Kyle Carroll was named senior vice president of sourcing and import production.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Analysts took their price target to $45 from $55, citing excess competition in the athletic apparel market.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
Verb
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The actress wore a floor-length suede sleeveless column gown by Italian designer Tod, which featured deep cutouts on either side, which give a glimpse of her toned abs and back muscles, as well as a little bit of side-boob when looked at from the side.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Rowan wore a one-shoulder navy blue lace gown with black rounded-toe heels.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
8 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Vesture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vesture. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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