armband

noun

arm·​band ˈärm-ˌband How to pronounce armband (audio)
: a band worn around the arm
especially : a band worn around the arm for identification or in mourning

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At other fixtures around the country, black armbands were worn and a minute’s silence was observed while a picture of Beard was shown on big screens. Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025 The following day, John Tinker wore an armband with the same result. Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2025 King Charles wore a black tie to mourn the wife of his late mother's cousin, while Queen Camilla wore a black armband. Meredith Kile, People.com, 8 Sep. 2025 Troops on public duties and those working in the Royal Mews and Livery will wear black armbands. Max Foster, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for armband

Word History

First Known Use

1738, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of armband was in 1738

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“Armband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armband. Accessed 26 Sep. 2025.

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