taille
/tɑˈjeɪ/
noun
- A historical tax in France, paid by commoners to the king, based on land or income.
- The king increased the taille to fund his wars.
- Before the French Revolution, the taille was a heavy burden on peasants.
- Nobles and clergy were exempt from paying the taille.
- The waist or the part of a garment that fits around the waist, especially in historical or fashion contexts.
- In medieval armor, the taille was the section protecting the waist.
- The tailor measured the taille carefully to ensure a perfect fit.
- The dress had a fitted taille that accentuated her figure.