long-waisted
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of long-waisted
First recorded in 1640–50
Example Sentences
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In the 1950s the trend was very long-waisted.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 15, 2019
For Krakoff, the wrap is tied lower down for a flattering long-waisted effect.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2011
Jack was five, and wore a blue tunic with an exceedingly long-waisted belt, beneath which could be discerned the hems of abbreviated knickers.
From The Love Affairs of Pixie by Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs.
The young man took off his long-waisted gray coat and flung it over the horse's loins, lining down.
From Boy Woodburn A Story of the Sussex Downs by Ollivant, Alfred
His long-waisted, short-skirted coat of dark blue was lined and trimmed with rich goffered silk.
From Oldfield A Kentucky Tale of the Last Century by Banks, Nancy Huston
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