slim-hipped
|slim/hipped|
B2
/slɪm hɪpt/
narrow hips
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slim-hipped' originates from the combination of 'slim' and 'hipped', where 'slim' meant 'slender' and 'hipped' refers to the hips.
Historical Evolution
'Slim' and 'hipped' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, and the combination 'slim-hipped' became more common in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having slender hips', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having narrow or slender hips.
The model was praised for her slim-hipped figure.
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Last updated: 2025/01/17 11:12