Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

waist

noun
/weɪst/
Definition
The part of the body between the ribs and the hips.
Examples
  • She wrapped a belt around her waist to accentuate her figure.
  • The dress fits smoothly around the waist.
  • He felt a sharp pain in his waist after lifting the heavy box.
Meaning
The waist is the narrowest part of the torso, where the body naturally curves inward.
Synonyms
  • Midsection
  • Torso
  • Abdomen