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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The paper straw material is lightweight and also has an adjustable sweatband inside to keep you cool and comfy.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Use the drawstring under the sweatband to tighten for a better fit.
—Amber Cardullo, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2025
Shop Red Bag features brands such as Nicole Ari Parker’s workout sweatbands Gymwrap, Sky and KJ Smith’s coffee line BLACK, Vontélle Eyewear and dozens of across the categories of apparel, hair products, skincare, makeup, paper goods and more.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 4 July 2025
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.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2025
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Use the drawstring under the sweatband to tighten for a better fit.
—Amber Cardullo, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2025
Shop Red Bag features brands such as Nicole Ari Parker’s workout sweatbands Gymwrap, Sky and KJ Smith’s coffee line BLACK, Vontélle Eyewear and dozens of across the categories of apparel, hair products, skincare, makeup, paper goods and more.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 4 July 2025
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.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2025
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“Sweatband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweatband. Accessed 7 Oct. 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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