Vestal Definition & Meaning

vestal
adjective
  1. of or relating to Vesta; "vestal virgin"
  2. in a state of sexual virginity; "pure and vestal modesty"; "a spinster or virgin lady"; "men have decreed that their women must be pure and virginal"
noun
  1. a chaste woman

"Vestal" in song lyrics

See how vestal is used in real songs:

  • "holiday inn vestal"
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  • "names and numbers of boys jv lacrosse in vestal"
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  • "peaceful yoga studio 801 main st. vestal"
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Usage tips for "vestal"

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