waist
/weɪst/
NOUN
1. The part of the body between the chest and hips
The part of the human body between the ribs or stomach and the pelvis, typically the narrowest part of the torso.
1.1. The abdominal and central body region
The central area of the torso around the abdomen, including the region between the lower ribs and hips.
Synonyms
- midsection
- middle
- midriff
- abdomen
- belly
Examples
- She cinched a stylish belt around her waist to complete the ensemble.
- With a graceful twirl, she wrapped her arms around his waist and danced under the stars.
Related Words
- stomach
- trunk
- torso
- pelvis
1.2. The measurement around the torso
The circumference of the body around the narrow area between the ribs and hips, commonly measured for clothing sizes or fitness tracking.
Synonyms
Examples
- After weeks of dedicated exercise, she noticed a significant reduction in her waist size.
Related Words
- measurement
- circumference
- body size
NOUN
2. The part of clothing covering the waist
The section of a garment designed to fit around or cover the waist.
2.1. The waist section of a garment
The upper or fitted portion of clothing that surrounds the wearer's waist, such as the waist of trousers, skirts, or dresses.
Synonyms
Examples
- The tailor carefully measured the waist of the pants to ensure a perfect fit.
Related Words
- bodice
- trouser top
- skirt waistband
NOUN
3. The narrow connection in an insect's body
The narrow body region connecting the thorax and abdomen in certain insects, such as bees, ants, and wasps.
3.1. The constricted junction between body segments
The narrow connecting region between the thorax and abdomen of certain insects, often forming a distinct constriction.
Synonyms
- petiole
Related Words
- thorax
- abdomen
- body segment
NOUN
4. The middle section of a ship or aircraft
The central portion of a ship's hull or an aircraft's fuselage.
4.1. The central structural section
The middle region of a ship's hull or aircraft fuselage, located between its forward and rear sections.
Synonyms
- midsection
- middle
Related Words
- hull
- fuselage
- forebody
- aft section
NOUN
5. The middle deck area of a ship
The part of a ship's upper deck situated between the quarterdeck and the forecastle.
5.1. The central area of the upper deck
The section of a ship's upper deck located between the quarterdeck at the rear and the forecastle at the front.
Synonyms
- middle deck
Related Words
- quarterdeck
- forecastle
- upper deck
NOUN
6. The middle part of anything
The central or narrower portion of an object, structure, or other thing.
6.1. The central or narrowed portion
The middle section of an object or structure, especially when it is narrower than the parts above or below it.
Synonyms
- middle
- midsection
- center