hip measurement; around the hips
Refers to the circumference around the hips, often used in clothing sizes or body measurements.
このズボンは腰回りがきつい。
These pants are tight around the hips.
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When taking measurements, we also measure around the hips.
Compound of 腰 (こし, 'hips, lower back') and 回り (まわり, 'circumference, surroundings').