Basic Details
Word: Waistcoat
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A sleeveless garment worn over a shirt and usually under a jacket, often part of formal clothing.
Synonyms: Vest, sleeveless shirt
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- All dressed up and nowhere to go: This means being well-dressed without having an occasion to attend. Example: "He wore his best waistcoat but felt all dressed up and nowhere to go during the quiet weekend."
- Buttoned up tight: This refers to someone who is very formal or serious. Example: "In his new waistcoat, he looked buttoned up tight for the business meeting."
Usage Examples
Example 1: At the wedding, all the men wore matching waistcoats to look elegant.
Example 2: My grandfather loves to wear a waistcoat with his suit when he goes to formal events.
Example 3: The waistcoat he chose had a lovely pattern that added flair to his outfit.
Fun Fact
The waistcoat originated in the 17th century as part of mens formal wear and was sometimes called a "gilet" in French. It has become a timeless piece of clothing that adds style to both mens and womens wardrobes.
Famous Quote
"Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." Mark Twain
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "waistcoat" mean?
a) A type of trousers
b) A sleeveless garment worn over a shirt
c) A kind of shoe
d) A formal hat
Answer: b) A sleeveless garment worn over a shirt
2. Which of these is a synonym of "waistcoat"?
a) Jacket
b) Vest
c) Scarf
d) Tie
Answer: b) Vest
3. Which sentence uses "waistcoat" correctly?
a) The waistcoat was delicious with the soup.
b) She put on her waistcoat before her dance performance.
c) The waistcoat flew across the room.
d) He painted the waistcoat red.
Answer: b) She put on her waistcoat before her dance performance.
4. Which idiom means feeling formal or prepared for nothing?
a) Buttoned up tight
b) All dressed up and nowhere to go
c) The best of both worlds
d) The early bird catches the worm
Answer: b) All dressed up and nowhere to go
5. What is the opposite of "waistcoat"?
a) N/A
b) Overcoat
c) Shirt
d) Trousers
Answer: a) N/A
