waist

US /weɪst/

UK /weɪst/

1.

the part of the human body below the ribs and above the hips, often narrower than the chest and hips

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She tied a belt around her waist.

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He measured his waist for new trousers.

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midriff middle torso

2.

the part of a garment that covers the waist

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The dress had a fitted waist.

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These trousers are too tight in the waist.