waistcoat

English

/ˈweɪs(t)kəʊt/, /ˈwɛskət/

noun
Definitions
  • An ornamental garment worn under a doublet.
  • (chiefly) A sleeveless, collarless garment worn over a shirt and under a suit jacket.

Etymology

Compound from English waist + English coat.

Origin

English

coat

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