bustline

noun

bust·​line ˈbəs(t)-ˌlīn 

1

: an arbitrary line encircling the fullest part of the bust

2

: body circumference at the bust

Examples of bustline in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The band also never rolls up under my bustline. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025

Even better, the smocked bodice offers a comfortable, flattering fit, and the tie at the bustline allows for easy adjustments. — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2026

The pastel embellishments contrasted with a bright yellow satin detail at the bustline. — Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026

Beneath the bustline, an intricate black overlay crafted with lattice-like details provided contrast. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bustline

• affine
• airline
• align
• aline
• assign
• baseline
• beamline
• benign
• bloodline
• bovine
• brucine
• byline

Kids Definition

bustline

noun

bust·​line ˈbəst-ˌlīn 

: a line around a woman's body at the bust

also : the length of this line