Waistcoat

Pronunciation: /ˈweɪstˈkoʊt/

Waistcoat (noun)

  1. A sleeveless piece of clothing worn over a shirt and under a jacket, usually as part of formal dress.
  2. A sleeveless vest worn for work or safety, often with pockets or bright material.

Examples

  • The formal vest layer matched his suit perfectly.
  • She wore the formal vest layer to the ceremony.