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
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.
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The Kaufmanfranco design was nearly totally backless, save for the halter neckline at the back and a band of fabric that joined secure fastening above the waistline.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Rashida Jones posed for photos in a black gown which featured an off-the-shoulder look on one side, with fabric flowing down from the neckline to her waistline.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Common mistakes include pulling the measuring tape too tightly, leaving it too loose, or assuming your belly button marks the correct waistline.
—Heidi Cope, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Additionally, an Ann Lowe label was placed inside the waistline of the skirt.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Rashida Jones posed for photos in a black gown which featured an off-the-shoulder look on one side, with fabric flowing down from the neckline to her waistline.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Common mistakes include pulling the measuring tape too tightly, leaving it too loose, or assuming your belly button marks the correct waistline.
—Heidi Cope, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Additionally, an Ann Lowe label was placed inside the waistline of the skirt.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for waistline
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“Waistline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waistline. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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waistline
noun
waist·line
ˈwāst-ˌlīn
1
a
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
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