Definition

Not wearing a vest or lacking a vest.

Example

He felt a bit cold because he was vestless at the party.

Conversation

Did you see that guy at the party last night?

Yeah, he looked so vestless compared to everyone else.

I know, right? It was a bit strange for a formal event.

Totally, I thought he might be underdressed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vestless → It is formed from "vest" (from Latin "vestis", meaning garment or clothing) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "vestless" means without a vest or garment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vest' as a type of clothing and '-less' meaning without — so vestless means without a vest.

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