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waist

[weyst] / weɪst /
NOUN
part of the torso between the ribs and hips
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NOUN
middle of body
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Some of his most popular designs are the backless halter tops with an elastic chest and waist area trimmed with a silky lace, as well as scrunched crop-top jerseys.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Listening to “The Boutique,” I feel like I should be smoking a cigarette and drinking the dirtiest martini known to man in a speakeasy, wearing a drop waist silk dress and bright red lipstick.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

At the time, Daisy's waist measured just 27cm.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Like its competitors, Hypershell’s exoskeleton consists of a waist band and a pair of hinged thigh braces.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

He opens his lightweight jacket to reveal a modified tool belt around his waist.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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