belgrootte
Belgrootte is a Dutch term that refers to the size of the belly, or the circumference of the abdomen around the midsection. The word combines bel (belly) with grootte (size). In everyday language the more common terms are buikomvang or tailleomtrek, especially in health and fitness contexts. Belgrootte as a formal measurement appears mainly in informal speech rather than in clinical guidelines.
Measurement of belgroottE is typically done with a flexible tape measure. In informal use, it is common
Health relevance and interpretation vary by guideline and population. A larger belgroottE, reflected by greater abdominal
See also: waist circumference, abdominal obesity, body measurements, health risk assessment.