noun
- clothing or garments, especially fine or elaborate ones
Usage: archaic; literary
Examples
- The queen appeared in magnificent raiment of silk and gold.
- The peasant’s simple raiment contrasted sharply with the nobleman’s finery.
- Ancient texts describe the priest’s ceremonial raiment in great detail.
- She donned her finest raiment for the royal wedding.
- The museum displayed medieval raiment worn by knights and ladies.
- His travel-worn raiment told the story of a long journey.