1. a sleeveless garment worn over a shirt
2. an undershirt
Usage: British

1. to give someone official power or authority
2. to become legally owned by someone
Usage: legal

Examples

• He wore a black vest under his suit jacket.
• The wool vest kept him warm on the cold morning.
• The constitution vests executive power in the president.
• The board will vest authority in the new director.
• Her pension benefits will vest after five years of employment.
• The property rights vest immediately upon signing the contract.