Chef's garment (5)
I believe the answer is:
apron
'chef's garment' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for apron that I've seen before include "Put on to protect" , "item of protective clothing" , "Protective cover" , "Garment for protection" , "something befitting kitchen-sink drama?" .)