wide-hipped
|wide/hipped|
B2
/ˈwaɪd hɪpt/
broad hips
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wide-hipped' originates from the combination of 'wide,' meaning 'broad,' and 'hipped,' referring to the hips.
Historical Evolution
'Wide' and 'hipped' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, with 'wide' coming from Old English 'wīd' and 'hipped' from 'hēope.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having broad hips,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having hips that are wide or broader than average.
The wide-hipped dress was designed to accentuate her figure.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42