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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This under-$50 pajama set has a wide leg silhouette, elastic waistband, and a button-up design to maximize comfort and layerability.
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Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
While the high-rise cut is well-fitting and snug, the standout of these leggings is the adjustable tie waistband that allows for a perfect fit that accounts for body fluctuations.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
The pants feature an elastic drawstring waistband for a fit that feels right and two large pockets to hold a phone and other small items.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 10 Sep. 2025
Still Here—the brand behind Zoë Kravitz’s waistband-free jeans—is coming home.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Sep. 2025
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Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
While the high-rise cut is well-fitting and snug, the standout of these leggings is the adjustable tie waistband that allows for a perfect fit that accounts for body fluctuations.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
The pants feature an elastic drawstring waistband for a fit that feels right and two large pockets to hold a phone and other small items.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 10 Sep. 2025
Still Here—the brand behind Zoë Kravitz’s waistband-free jeans—is coming home.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Sep. 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 18 Sep. 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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