waistline

noun

waist·​line ˈwāst-ˌlīn 

1

a

: an arbitrary line encircling the narrowest part of the waist

b

: the part of a garment that covers the waistline or may be above or below it as fashion dictates

2

: body circumference at the waist

Synonyms

• middle
• midriff
• midsection
• waist

Examples of waistline in a Sentence

The diet claims it will reduce your waistline in just four weeks.

The dress has a small waistline and a full skirt.

Recent Examples on the Web

The unique washed fabric gives them a relaxed, cool-girl look and the high waistline makes these perfect for pairing with everything from sweatshirts to crop tops. —Susan Brickell, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024

Lululemon Scuba Oversized Quilted Half-Zip This sweatshirt has a quilted pattern and a relaxed silhouette that stops right at the waistline. —Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024

At the Wicked premiere in Sydney, star Cynthia Erivo looked to a black Louis Vuitton dress with an exaggerated waistline. —Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2024

You were supposed to be a little girl that wore a dress that had a waistline. —Julia Turshen, SELF, 15 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

waistline

noun

waist·​line ˈwāst-ˌlīn 

1

a

: waist sense 1a

b

: body circumference at the waist

2

: the part of a garment surrounding the waist

Medical Definition

waistline

noun

waist·​line ˈwāst-ˌlīn 

: body circumference at the waist