Definition of waistlinenext
as in waist
the middle region of the human torso used a belt to define her waistline

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Recent Examples of waistline The upper pair is set atop the lower pair and bonded together at the visible overlay around the waistline. C.c. Weiss may 10, New Atlas, 10 May 2026 These Levi’s jeans have a flattering mid-rise waistline that accentuates curves before flaring out into loose, straightline legs. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026 Chanel reinterpreted its iconic skirt suit by dropping the waistline multiple notches, switching up the fabrications, and toying with clashing patterns. Minty Mellon, Vogue, 29 Apr. 2026 The black satin skirt featured a peplum waistline with ruffles at her hips, as well as a train flowing behind her. Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for waistline
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waist
Noun
  • Accentuate the high neckline and tucked waist details with sparkly accessories like statement earrings and delicate bangles.
    Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
  • Fire crews rescued a family, including an infant, from a home with knee-deep water, Picayune Fire Department Chief Joshua Abercrombie told CNN, noting floodwater was waist-deep on the road outside the home.
    Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 16 June 2026

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“Waistline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waistline. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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