An embroidered vestment believed to resemble an apron with shoulder straps, worn by priests in ancient Israel (5)

I believe the answer is:

ephod

(Other definitions for ephod that I've seen before include "One ritually assumed" , "Hoped (anag.)" , "Jewish vestment" , "Ritual garment" , "Old habit" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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