waistband
noun
waist·band
ˈwās(t)-ˌband 
: a band (as of trousers or a skirt) fitting around the waist
Examples of waistband in a Sentence
shorts with an elastic waistband
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That, combined with the wide, stretchy waistband, which sits high and relaxed, gives me just enough room to move around without overheating or feeling restricted.
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Elaina Verhoff, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2025
The pieces include distinct denim details like pockets and waistbands.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Apr. 2025
This belt has a reflective pocket and logo on the elastic waistband to increase visibility and safety in the dusk and dark.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
There are cotton boxers and khakis with cotton boxer waistbands peeking out, trenches, suits, crisp poplin shirts, and logo ties.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
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Elaina Verhoff, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2025
The pieces include distinct denim details like pockets and waistbands.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Apr. 2025
This belt has a reflective pocket and logo on the elastic waistband to increase visibility and safety in the dusk and dark.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
There are cotton boxers and khakis with cotton boxer waistbands peeking out, trenches, suits, crisp poplin shirts, and logo ties.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for waistband
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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waistband. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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waistband
noun
waist·band
ˈwās(t)-ˌband
: a band (as of trousers or a skirt) fitting around the waist
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