waltz-length

American

[wawlts-lengkth, -length, -lenth] / ˈwɔltsˌlɛŋkθ, -ˌlɛŋθ, -ˌlɛnθ /

adjective

having the hemline at mid calf.

a waltz-length nightgown.

Etymology

Origin of waltz-length

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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A waltz-length dress shown by Romona New York featured an on-trend halter neck and a flowing skirt that’s perfect for dancing all night.

From New York Times

To the left is an older woman with blue-gray hair, wearing a waltz-length lavender silk gown.

From Literature

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