Word: VEST
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Definition of VEST
- A loose robe or outer garment worn historically by men in Arab or Middle Eastern countries.
- A sleeveless garment that buttons down the front, worn over a shirt, and often as part of a suit; a waistcoat.
- A sleeveless garment, often with a low-cut neck, usually worn under a shirt or blouse.
- To clothe with, or as with, a vestment, or garment; to dress; to robe; to cover, surround, or encompass closely.
- 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"
- 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."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "vest" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "vest" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VEST a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is VEST worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in VEST? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing VEST:
- # the vest effect
- # master of vest
- # playing with vest
- # in terms of vest
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