English Reference

Word

waisted

Phoneticswaist·ed

UK/wˈeɪstɪd/

Definition

adj. having a very thin middle part of the body. You use this to describe someone who is slim around the waist.

adj. possessing a narrow or thin waist. Often used in fashion contexts to describe body shapes or garment fits.

Examples

“She wore a dress that showed off her slim, waisted figure.”

“The designer used a corset to create a more defined, waisted silhouette for the evening gown.”

“The model's waisted frame allowed the designer to experiment with high-waisted trousers that balanced the proportions of the overall look.”

Examples

simple

“She wore a dress that showed off her slim, waisted figure.”

contextual

“The designer used a corset to create a more defined, waisted silhouette for the evening gown.”

complex

“The model's waisted frame allowed the designer to experiment with high-waisted trousers that balanced the proportions of the overall look.”

This entry

Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Occasional
Updated

Scan code

englishreference.com/q/waisted

English Reference