hip measurement; around the hips
Refers to the circumference around the hips, often used in clothing sizes or body measurements.
These pants are tight around the hips.
採寸のときは腰回りも測ります。
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').