bandeau

noun

ban·​deau ban-ˈdō How to pronounce bandeau (audio)
plural bandeaux also bandeaus ban-ˈdōz How to pronounce bandeau (audio)
1
: a fillet or band especially for the hair
2
: bra
also : a band-shaped covering for the breasts

Examples of bandeau in a Sentence

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Em Maxi dress + bandeau, $545 $382. Aemilia Madden, Vogue, 18 June 2026 But modern braces are designed to move teeth more effectively and with as little pain as possible, and the bandeau was much more of a blunt instrument. Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 3 June 2026 In Miami, Regina King attended a screening of Strung during the 2026 American Black Film Festival in a black bandeau top and matching trousers. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026 The fabric is lightweight and comfortable without appearing flimsy, and the wide-leg pants move beautifully while walking (and look great with a bandeau, FYI). Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for bandeau

Word History

Etymology

French, diminutive of bande

First Known Use

1706, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bandeau was in 1706

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“Bandeau.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bandeau. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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