waistline

noun

waist·​line ˈwāst-ˌlīn How to pronounce waistline (audio)
1
a
: an arbitrary line encircling the narrowest part of the waist
b
: the part of a garment that covers the waistline or may be above or below it as fashion dictates
2
: body circumference at the waist

Examples of waistline in a Sentence

The diet claims it will reduce your waistline in just four weeks. The dress has a small waistline and a full skirt.
Recent Examples on the Web My favorite workouts are anything having to do with making my waistline trimmer and toned. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 8 Mar. 2024 The dress is available in sizes medium through 6XL and has a cinching waistline made from stretchy elastic to accentuate the body’s curves. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024 The must-have accessory was a knit cummerbund worn with a thin belt, defining the waistline in any look. Colleen Barry, Quartz, 22 Feb. 2024 Their high waistline includes a button closure at the front and an elastic band at the back for comfort. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 18 Feb. 2024 Quinn quickly takes a few steps back from the officer and reaches for something that appears tucked in the back waistline of his pants. Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2024 Also see: Move over rotisserie chicken, Costco’s hottest item is a $2,000 gold bar The cookie, which will cost your waistline 750 calories, includes bittersweet and semi-sweet chocolate chips. 1 of 4 Costco on Sunday, Jan. 7 introduced a new food court item: giant chocolatechip cookies. Samantha Gowen, Hartford Courant, 12 Jan. 2024 Aptly named for its timeless silhouette, the jeans have a high waistline and a straight-leg style that’ll be a go-to in your closet now and for many years to come. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 14 Feb. 2024 Other food groups have sought to quell worries among investors that shrinking waistlines will materially diminish demand for calories. Byryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 31 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of waistline was in 1857

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Cite this Entry

“Waistline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waistline. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

waistline

noun
waist·​line ˈwāst-ˌlīn How to pronounce waistline (audio)
1
b
: body circumference at the waist
2
: the part of a garment surrounding the waist

Medical Definition

waistline

noun
waist·​line ˈwāst-ˌlīn How to pronounce waistline (audio)
: body circumference at the waist

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