waist
n. /weɪst/ B2
腰；腰部
The middle part of the human body above the hips.
仙境例句
The cook tied a long white cloth round her waist and went on stirring the soup.
厨娘在腰间系上一条长长的白布，接着搅她的汤。
原著这一句
“I dare say you’re wondering why I don’t put my arm round your waist,” the Duchess said after a pause: “the reason is, that I’m doubtful about the temper of your flamingo.
“我敢说你一定在纳闷我怎么不搂着你的腰，”公爵夫人顿了顿说道，“原因是我拿不准你的红鹳脾气如何。
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