gilet

Definitions of gilet
  1. noun
    a man's sleeveless garment worn underneath a coat
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    types:
    gilet d'armes
    a vest capable of resisting the impact of a bullet
    type of:
    vêtement
    an article of clothing
  2. noun
    knitted jacket that is fastened up the front with buttons or a zipper
    synonyms: cardigan
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    type of:
    chandail, sweater
    a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body
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