Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

waist

[weyst] / weɪst /
NOUN
part of the torso between the ribs and hips
Synonyms


NOUN
middle of body
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

UBT251 led to a mean weight loss of 19.7% after 24 weeks of treatment and also improved patients’ waist circumference, blood glucose, blood pressure, and lipids relative to placebo, the companies said.

From Barron's

Patients also showed improvements relative to placebo on key secondary goals of the trial including waist circumference, blood glucose and blood pressure, they added.

From The Wall Street Journal

His designs created a flattering silhouette, with cinched belts at the waist and structured shoulders heavily peppered across the collection.

From BBC

A gun is holstered by the man’s waist, positioned at the front of his body and easily visible.

From Los Angeles Times

He wrapped the towel around his waist and went for the phone in his parents’ bedroom.

From Literature