°(now _ rare) A loose
robe or outer garment worn historically by men in Arabic or Middle Eastern countries.
°(now _ North America) A sleeveless garment that
buttons down the front, worn over a
shirt, and often as part of a
suit; a
waistcoat.
verb
°(commonly used of financial arrangements) To become
vested, to become
permanent.
synonyms:
singlet, tank top, undershirt, waistcoat