adjective. ['trænzˈvɛstaɪt'] receiving sexual gratification from wearing clothing of the opposite sex.
noun. ['trænzˈvɛstaɪt'] someone who adopts the dress or manner or sexual role of the opposite sex.
1. Adjective For instance, to dress as the infamous transvestite Dr. Frank-N-Furter of Rocky Horror Fame, you must have a bustier or a black vest, gloves and garter belts, among other items.