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.
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And this isn’t just a method to shrink your waistline: The pros at Buchinger say that fasting is able to improve your quality of life both now and in the future, acting as a safeguard against aging. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025 Water aerobics may help people—especially women and people over 45—lose weight and trim their waistlines, new research shows. Kristen Fischer, Health, 9 Apr. 2025 This popular pair from Gap has a high waistline and comfortable wide legs that look far from frumpy. Clara McMahon, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025 These pants perfectly adhere to curves, sculpting the legs and bum while accentuating your waistline thanks to a crossover waistband. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for waistline

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 7 May. 2025.

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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