waistband

noun

waist·​band ˈwās(t)-ˌband How to pronounce waistband (audio)
: 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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These $40 G4Free pants already look more like trousers than track pants, thanks to their tonal color, raised front seams, and wide, flat waistband. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2025 The pullover has ribbed cuffs and a ribbed waistband, which gives the baggier fit additional structure and a more polished look. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025 My nonmaternity jeans and pants We’ve all seen maternity jeans and pants with a big elastic waistband in the front, and those are also great. Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 27 Sep. 2025 Flowknit High-Rise Boyfriend Jogger Between a stretchy waistband, high-waist fit, and moisture-wicking material, these joggers are key for fall comfort. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for waistband

Word History

First Known Use

1584, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of waistband was in 1584

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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waistband. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.

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waistband

noun
waist·​band ˈwās(t)-ˌband How to pronounce waistband (audio)
: a band (as of trousers or a skirt) fitting around the waist

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