sweatband
noun
sweat·band
ˈswet-ˌband 
1
: a usually leather band lining the inner edge of a hat or cap to prevent sweat damage
2
: a band of material worn around the head or wrist to absorb sweat
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For deep cleaning, use hydrogen peroxide for tough spots and clean the sweatband gently with a soft brush, then blot and air dry in a cool, dark place.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2025
To commemorate the company’s 160th anniversary this year, Stetson created a limited-edition premium straw hat, the JBS Edition 50X, made from shantung straw with a saddle leather hatband and sweatband and gold JBS branding iron hat pit with inset stones.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Designed with a moisture-wicking sweatband, there is a reason this is one of TaylorMade's most popular hats at every level.
—Dylan Reffe, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
The watch is sold with two straps: an elastic sweatband type strap that attaches using the brand’s One Click interchangeable system, and a blue Velcro strap with aluminium bezel.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2025
To commemorate the company’s 160th anniversary this year, Stetson created a limited-edition premium straw hat, the JBS Edition 50X, made from shantung straw with a saddle leather hatband and sweatband and gold JBS branding iron hat pit with inset stones.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Designed with a moisture-wicking sweatband, there is a reason this is one of TaylorMade's most popular hats at every level.
—Dylan Reffe, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
The watch is sold with two straps: an elastic sweatband type strap that attaches using the brand’s One Click interchangeable system, and a blue Velcro strap with aluminium bezel.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Sweatband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweatband. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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sweatband
noun
sweat·band
ˈswet-ˌband
1
: a band lining the edge of a hat or cap to prevent sweat damage
2
: a band of material worn around the head or wrist to absorb sweat
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