waisted

[wey-stid]

adjective

1. having a waist of a specified kind (usually used in combination).

   long-waisted; high-waisted.

2. (of an object, a container, etc.) shaped like a waist; having concave sides.

   a waisted vase.

waisted

/ ˈweɪstɪd /

adjective

1. 1. having a waist or waistlike part

      a waisted air-gun pellet

   2. ( in combination )

      high-waisted

Word History and Origins

Origin of waisted¹

First recorded in 1575–85; waist + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Another classy bulb is the Lily-flowered tulip, a handful of varieties with long, waisted blooms that end in distinctive points.

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The Cowboys waisted a chance to go back in front when Rondel Walker missed a layup after a nifty pass from Cunningham, and Adam Flagler’s jumper extended Baylor’s go-ahead run.

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I worked a lot in leather, which I sculpted into more feminine shapes — really waisted and with amplified hips.

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In the picture, Culpo, 28, shared on Wednesday she wore a white and green high waisted bikini with a matching cover up.

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The “Modern Family” actress wore an animal print bra and high waisted animal print shorts.

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