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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At the Summer 2026 runway show, Stella McCartney presented a range of upcycled denim looks—think reconstructed waistbands in patchwork designs on pants and dresses—as well as slouchy jeans silhouettes, all made of denim imbedded with Pure. Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025 Once inside, people should perform tick checks, especially under the arms, waistband, ears, belly button, back of knees and around the hair, according to the press release. Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2025 Very high and low waistbands are also hard to pull off—so when in doubt, opt for a mid-rise. Avery Matera, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2025 The lightweight pants can be easily dressed up or down, and the pull-on design, featuring a stretchy waistband, adds an effortless element to the Parisian-chic bottoms. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 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 16 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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