Waist ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Waist ( noun )

1. The part of the human body between the ribs and hips, where the waistline of a garment is worn.
2. The narrowest part of an object, such as a bottle or hourglass.
3. The narrow part of a garment that covers the waist.

Origin:

The word waist comes from the old english word "wæst", meaning the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips.

Examples:

1. She had a tiny waist.
2. He cinched his belt to make his waist look smaller.
3. The dress has a cinched waist.
4. She measured her waist before starting her diet.
5. He had to loosen his belt to fit his expanding waist.

(As a verb)

Waist ( verb )

1. The part of the human body between the ribs and hips, where the waistline of a garment is worn.
2. The narrowest part of an object, such as a bottle or hourglass.
3. The narrow part of a garment that covers the waist.

Origin:

The word waist comes from the old english word "wæst", meaning the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips.

Examples:

1. She had a tiny waist.
2. He cinched his belt to make his waist look smaller.
3. The dress has a cinched waist.
4. She measured her waist before starting her diet.
5. He had to loosen his belt to fit his expanding waist.