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
Their brisk, withered little dames, in close crimped caps, long-waisted short-gowns, homespun petticoats, with scissors and pincushions, and gay calico pockets hanging on the outside.
From English: Composition and Literature by Webster, W. F. (William Franklin)
The hungry larva which hatches from this egg soon reaches maturity upon the all-sufficient food thus stored, and before many weeks is transformed to the full-fledged, long-waisted wasp like its parent.
From My Studio Neighbors by Gibson, William Hamilton
Between the extremities, it might be different—for she was generally very long-waisted.
From Western Characters or Types of Border Life in the Western States by Darley, F.O.C.
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