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waistcoat

[wes-kuht, weyst-koht] / ˈwɛs kət, ˈweɪstˌkoʊt /


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The composer Carl Friedrich Abel, a beloved friend of the artist, is shown in a shimmering gold waistcoat that reveals nothing of his financial troubles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Piping on the waistcoat is “a kick” to stand out against judges in black.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

The unlikely nature of England’s campaign made Southgate and his squad hugely popular, the manager’s trademark waistcoat transforming him into something of a fashion icon.

From BBC • Jul. 16, 2024

A beige T-shirt and waistcoat ensemble looked red carpet-ready with its chicly pleated, arrow-thin assorted tie.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 20, 2024

Old Gaffer Gamgee got two sacks of potatoes, a new spade, a woollen waistcoat, and a bottle of ointment for creaking joints.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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