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
Recent Examples on the Web The stretchy waistband and adjustable drawstring on this pair are convenient and comfortable—plus, there are two inseam lengths (short and regular) to choose from. Jordan Galloway, SELF, 26 Oct. 2024 Somehow, though, these jeans still wowed us with their comfort, thanks in part to the pull-on elastic waistband that never dug into our skin. Genevieve Cepeda, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024 Case in point: These cropped wide legs have a narrow contoured waistband, a longer rise, and more room in the hips and thighs—no more waist gap or uncomfortable squeeze in the middle region here. Paula Lee, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2024 This Hanes sweatshirt is designed with a classic pullover style complete with a crewneck, long sleeves, and ribbed waistband. Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for waistband 

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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 31 Oct. 2024.

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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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