waistband
noun
waist·band
ˈwās(t)-ˌband 
: a band (as of trousers or a skirt) fitting around the waist
Examples of waistband in a Sentence
shorts with an elastic waistband
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As police pinned Garcia to the ground, an officer found a knife in his back pocket and began to check his waistband for more weapons.
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Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
The Lou & Grey Heathered Scubasoft Joggers are about to be your new in-flight uniform, featuring a tapered silhouette and stretchy elastic waistband that moves with you.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
This style features an oversized, slouchy fit, sweat-wicking fabric that feels cozy without the bulk, a high-rise waistband that sits flat during activities, and plenty of practical pockets.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026
For all-day comfort, they’re also made with a special waistband that keeps in place without digging into your skin—talk about impressive!
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
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Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
The Lou & Grey Heathered Scubasoft Joggers are about to be your new in-flight uniform, featuring a tapered silhouette and stretchy elastic waistband that moves with you.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
This style features an oversized, slouchy fit, sweat-wicking fabric that feels cozy without the bulk, a high-rise waistband that sits flat during activities, and plenty of practical pockets.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026
For all-day comfort, they’re also made with a special waistband that keeps in place without digging into your skin—talk about impressive!
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for waistband
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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waistband. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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waistband
noun
waist·band
ˈwās(t)-ˌband
: a band (as of trousers or a skirt) fitting around the waist
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