wristband

noun

wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband How to pronounce wristband (audio)
1
: the part of a sleeve covering the wrist
2
: a band encircling the wrist

Examples of wristband in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The event is free to attend and folks can purchase a $20 wristband that gets them 3 and a half pours of brew, plus a souvenir glass. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Apr. 2024 Without the wristband, an individual ride on the Indy SkyTrack is $12. Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 16 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wristband 

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'wristband.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of wristband was in 1571

Dictionary Entries Near wristband

Cite this Entry

“Wristband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wristband. Accessed 4 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

wristband

noun
wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband How to pronounce wristband (audio)
: a band or a part of a sleeve encircling the wrist

More from Merriam-Webster on wristband

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!