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waisting

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈweɪstɪŋ/

KK: /ˈweɪstɪŋ/

noun
Definition

A part of a garment or object that is located at the waist area.


Example

The dress has a beautiful waisting that accentuates the figure.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just bought a new dress that has a beautiful waisting design.
Sloth B
That sounds lovely! I always look for dresses that fit well at the waist.
Sloth A
Yeah, it really accentuates my figure, which I love.
Sloth B
You should wear it to the party; I bet everyone will compliment you!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
belt
girdle
sash
Antonyms
looseness
slack
disarray
Root Explanation

The word 'waisting' originates from the Old English 'waist', which means the part of the body between the ribs and hips, combined with the suffix '-ing', which indicates an action or process. Therefore, 'waisting' refers to the action or process related to the waist.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'waist' as the part of the body that 'waisting' refers to — it helps you remember that 'waisting' is about actions or processes involving the waist.

Visually Confused Words
wasting
waiting
twisting
wainscoting
whistling
wastingly
waitingly
waitering
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