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midriff

noun

ˈmi-ˌdrif

Definition of midriff

as in waist

the middle region of the human torso midriff-baring tops are popular this summer

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Recent Examples of midriff The plunging, V-neck design dipped as far down as her midriff, creating an eye-catching silhouette that had fans praising the look in the comments section. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026 Bared midriffs were everywhere—one woman went so far as to bedazzle her baby bump. — Irene Kim, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 Paired with a midriff-revealing white tank top and red velvet shoes, the pants read surprisingly sleek. — Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2026 Zendaya, 29, wore a black raw silk wrap dress complete with floral detailing at the midriff, paired with black pointed-toe Christian Louboutin heels. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for midriff

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waist

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Here, a guest opts for one with light support, dressing it up with a white blazer draped over the shoulders, black shorts, a waist scarf, flip-flop heels, and an oversized clutch.

— Julia Guerra, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026
These shorts come in different designs, from high-waist options to those that include longer inseams to ensure the shorts don’t ride up or fall down when in use.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026

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