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 WebHer 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