My diminished girth, in tailor phraseology, was hardly conceivable even by my own friends, or my respected medical adviser, until I put on my former clothing, over what I now wear, which is a thoroughly convincing proof of the remarkable change.
With a cigar like in life, you got to have some length, and some girth.
Like this cake. It’s really very good. (Arik) As the girth to my hips will attest. (Geary)