midriff

noun

ˈmi-ˌdrif How to pronounce midriff (audio)
Definition of midriffnext
as in waist
the middle region of the human torso midriff-baring tops are popular this summer

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Recent Examples of midriff Bared midriffs were everywhere—one woman went so far as to bedazzle her baby bump. — Irene Kim, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 Paired with a midriff-revealing white tank top and red velvet shoes, the pants read surprisingly sleek. — Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2026 The mom-of-one—who shares son Sly, 5, with ex-husband Sebastian Bear-McClard—revamped the classic string bikini, turning heads in a strappy red thong bikini that laced around her midriff like a harness. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026 Zendaya, 29, wore a black raw silk wrap dress complete with floral detailing at the midriff, paired with black pointed-toe Christian Louboutin heels. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for midriff
Recent Examples of Synonyms for midriff
waist
Noun
  • For a Western touch, accessorize with Polo Ralph Lauren’s metal belt at the waist, Lié Studio’s pendant necklace, and simple black shades from Chimi.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Annie Morgan wrapped her arms around her eldest daughter’s waist and guided her toward the minivan, the two of them moving in a slow, sideways shuffle.
    — Ariana Eunjung Cha, Washington Post, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of waist

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