waists

Waists are the narrow part of a person's body that goes from their chest to their hips. Women often have wider waists than men, and people who are overweight have waistlines that are even wider.

  • The waistline on the dress was very narrow, which made it look very skinny.

  • The waistline on the skirt was very wide, which made it look baggy.

Definition of waists

noun

the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips

Synonyms:

waistline

noun

the narrow part of the shoe connecting the heel and the wide part of the sole

Synonyms:

shank

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Example Sentences for waists

  • 1

    The belt is affixed at the waist level.

  • 2

    Twisting of the waist and hips is the main movement of the women.

  • 3

    Waist is the narrow point of the body between the ribcage and hips.

  • 4

    The belt or sash on the statue's waist was that of the Sacred Sash of Liloa.

  • 5

    The dress is tied with a sash placed below the waist over the hips.

  • 6

    Measurements such as waist circumference and resting heart rate are oldies but goodies.

  • 7

    Body belts, which secure around the waist with handcuffs attached to restrict movement, must be authorized by the governor.

  • 8

    The defect is to be found in the waist and legs.

  • 9

    The strap of the gun is only at the waist.

  • 10

    He sprained his waist by accident.