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ves·tal
 vestal
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- pronunciation:
- ve
st
 l
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of, pertaining to, or sacred to the Roman goddess Vesta.
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| definition 2: |
of, pertaining to, or characteristic of the virgin priestesses of Vesta; virginal; pure.
- similar words:
- celibate
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| related words: |
immaculate, maiden, pure, virgin |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
one of the virgin priestesses who tended the sacred fire in the temple of Vesta.
- similar words:
- celibate
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| definition 2: |
a virgin.
- similar words:
- celibate
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| related words: |
celibate, maid, maiden, virgin |
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