The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word INHERE
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The straight part
We know that "Vest" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case vest = inhere.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does INHERE mean?
INHERE verb- To be inherent; to be an essential or intrinsic part of; to be fixed or permanently incorporated with something