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waistline

noun

ˈwāst-ˌlīn

Definition of waistline

as in waist

the middle region of the human torso used a belt to define her waistline

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Recent Examples of waistline One shopper said the jeans hit just below their natural waistline—neither too low nor too high. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2026 An expanding waistline could indicate increasing abdominal fat even if weight and BMI have changed very little. — Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026 Blood was found on the sheets, her head had been positioned below a pillow, and a nightgown had been pulled over her waistline, according to the arrest report. — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026 In addition to their comfy fit and wide legs, the jeans have a mid-rise waistline that accentuates my curves without digging into my ribs or sitting too low below my belly. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for waistline

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waist

Noun

Half the room was firmly against, loyal to their elevated athleisure and silk pants with drawstring waists, a smaller contingent was staunchly pro, and one editor who shall remain unnamed voiced a defense of the travel skirt.

— Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
What to wear with high-rise jeans High-rise jeans do an excellent job of bringing the gaze to your waist, creating an hourglass figure.

— Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2026

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