Veston (en. Jacket)

/vɛstɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A sleeveless outer garment, often worn with a suit.
He is wearing a black jacket over his white shirt.
Il porte un veston noir sur sa chemise blanche.
A lightweight coat, sometimes made of fabric, used for formal or informal occasions.
The jacket is often associated with professional events.
Le veston est souvent associé à des événements professionnels.
A male garment that is part of a suit, often matching the trousers.
His jacket perfectly matches his tie.
Son veston est parfaitement assorti à sa cravate.

Etymology

The word 'jacket' comes from the French word 'veste', deriving from the Latin 'vesta' which means 'vest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to wear a jacket
To dress elegantly with a jacket.
porter un veston
to dress in a jacket
To put on a jacket as part of the outfit.
vêtir un veston
a tailored jacket
A jacket made specifically for someone, tailored to their measurements.
un veston sur mesure

Related Words

jacket
A garment with sleeves, often worn outdoors.
veste
suit
A formal outfit consisting of trousers and a jacket.
costume
blazer
A jacket often made of lighter fabric, worn casually.
blazer

Slang Meanings

A stylish jacket that impresses at a party.
He put on his 'gala jacket' for the wedding.
Il a mis son 'veston de gala' pour le mariage.
A jacket that gives a neat appearance.
This jacket gives him a business-like look.
Ce veston lui donne un air d'hommes d'affaires.