waist
noun
the part of the body in humans between the ribs and the hips, usually the narrowest part of the torso.
waists
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pluralof waist.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Participants were handed a faixa—a long sash to wrap around their waists to protect their spines and give climbers a toehold.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026
Other noteworthy pieces included dresses with spherical birdcage-inspired silhouettes, while other models wore transparent vest tops with their dresses gathered around their waists.
From Barron's ● Jan. 26, 2026
Indeed, the collection taps into 1950s-era silhouettes and trends: slim pencil skirts, double-breasted jackets and nipped-in waists.
From Salon ● Nov. 9, 2025
His collections often feature exaggerated hips, nipped-in waists through corsetry, oversized structured lapels, and sculptural collars.
From BBC ● Feb. 22, 2025
When she caught up with them, she put her arms around their waists as if they were three schoolgirls just walking in the yard.
From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen
