vestuary

/vɛˈstjuːəri/

Definitions

1. noun

a room or part of a building where clothes, especially the vestments of a priest, are kept.

“The vestuary in the church contained several intricately embroidered vestments.”

2. noun

a store or repository of vestments, especially ecclesiastical vestments.

“The cathedral’s vestuary was renowned for its collection of ornate vestments.”

3. noun

a person responsible for the care and maintenance of vestments.

“The vestuary of the church was assisted by a dedicated team of vestment custodians.”

Synonyms

  • repository
  • vestry

Antonyms

  • wardrobe