WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Term: Waist-deep

Definition:

Waist-deep refers to a level or extent that reaches up to the waist.

Parts of Speech:

• Adjective: The water was waist-deep, making it difficult to wade through.
• Adverb: She waded waist-deep into the ocean to catch the waves.

Senses:

1. Popular: Being at a depth that reaches up to the waist.
2. Local: Being at a depth that reaches up to the waist, specific to a particular region or locality.

Usages:

Popular:

• The kids enjoyed playing in the waist-deep pool.
• He was waist-deep in paperwork, trying to complete all the pending tasks.
• She had to hold her skirt up as the floodwater was waist-deep.

Local:

• In this region, waist-deep snow is a common sight during winter.
• Fishing in waist-deep water is quite common in these local lakes.
• The locals advised us not to venture into the waist-deep marshland without a guide.

Related Products:

Explore related products on Amazon:

• Waist-deep Waterproof Bag
• Waist-deep Snorkel Set
• Waist-deep Waders