sweatband

noun

sweat·​band ˈswet-ˌband How to pronounce sweatband (audio)
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 first option features an innovative elastic sweatband strap, which is attached to the watch head using Hublot's proprietary One Click System. Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 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 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 See All Example Sentences for sweatband

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sweatband was in 1862

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“Sweatband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweatband. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

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sweatband

noun
sweat·​band ˈswet-ˌband How to pronounce sweatband (audio)
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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