waistline

waistline Definition

waist·line (-līn′)

noun

an imaginary line encircling the waist between the ribs and the hips
1. the narrow part of a woman's dress, etc. worn at the waist or above or below it as styles change
2. the line where the waist and skirt of a dress join
the distance around the waist

waistline Usage Examples

Possessives

child: While our children's waistlines continue to expand, Britain's expenditure on both cycling and walking is still among the lowest in Europe.

Converse of object

expand: For boys, waistlines expanded by 1.5 per cent.
grow: Help Prevent Diabetes with Atkins One of the most disturbing trends in an age of growing waistlines is the increasing onset of diabetes.
have: Sex in the ' doggy ' position is usually quite good for women who have large waistlines.
bulge: America's new healthy eaters find an unlikely ally: Wal-Mart June 26: Largest retailer boosts organic market as nation tackles bulging waistlines.
burgeon: Despite a burgeoning waistline, Piper remains a safe pair of hands behind the stumps.
define: Twist and Sculpt is the fun and easy way to turn your mid-section into a more defined waistline.

Adjective modifier

natural: Early in the decade, suits with somewhat full, long skirts at a natural waistline were common.
high: Perhaps it's the coupe-like styling; perhaps the high waistline.
average: The axles align with an average height person's waistline.
low: The 760 GLE had a modern profile with a low waistline and large glass areas.
ever-expanding: With advancing years comes an ever-expanding waistline, the rule being an average increase of 1 pound of weight per year.
expanded: There may be a tendency to overdo other things also, which could lead to an expanded waistline!

Noun used with modifier

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