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waist

noun

1
a
: the typically narrowed part of the body between the hips and chest or upper back
put his arm around her waist
b
: the greatly constricted basal part of the abdomen of some insects (such as wasps and flies)
2
: the part of something corresponding to or resembling the human waist: such as
a(1)
: the part of a ship's deck between the poop and forecastle
(2)
: the middle part of a sailing ship between foremast and mainmast
b
: the middle section of the fuselage of an airplane
3
: a garment or the part of a garment covering the body from the neck to the waistline or just below:
b
: blouse
4
waisted adjective

Example Sentences

He has a narrow waist and broad shoulders. He put his arm around her waist. These pants have an elastic waist. The waist of this skirt is too tight.
Recent Examples on the Web Her celebratory look was chic, too: A bold print dress with a cutout at the waist. Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2022 The halter minidress includes a plunging neckline and wrap detailing at the waist, with an asymmetrical skirt featuring a hip-high slit. Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Sep. 2022 There was no throw to plate as Detwiler raised his arms trying to attract attention from his teammates and Romine slumped at the waist. The Enquirer, 26 Aug. 2022 It's seamed at the waist to give the bodice a natural-feeling structure that mirrors the same effect of a fit-and-flare dress. Emily Belfiore, Peoplemag, 20 Aug. 2022 The shirt's neckline and the pearls hung beautifully unharmed while dark mud took over the garment just at the waist. Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 30 July 2022 Keeping his right elbow tight to his body, King bent at the waist and shouted into his glove before walking off the field and into the clubhouse, accompanied by manager Aaron Boone and head athletic trainer Tim Lentych. Pete Caldera, USA TODAY, 23 July 2022 It was cinched at the waist with a gold belt, and glittering fabric made up the skirt under the splitting bodice. Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 3 July 2022 The form-fitting dress cinched at the waist and featured a high neckline, long lace sleeves, and a skirt with floral appliques. Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 27 June 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English wast; probably akin to Old English wæstm growth, weaxan to grow — more at wax

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of waist was in the 14th century

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