waltz-length

[ wawlts-lengkth, -length, -lenth ]

adjective

1. having the hemline at mid calf:

   a waltz-length nightgown.

Word History and Origins

Origin of waltz-length¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

A waltz-length dress shown by Romona New York featured an on-trend halter neck and a flowing skirt that’s perfect for dancing all night.

From New York Times

To the left is an older woman with blue-gray hair, wearing a waltz-length lavender silk gown.

From Literature