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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Des Phemmes stacked waistbands and belts on bottoms and Blumarine added an overlay of chain jewelry to its low-rise jeans.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
Giorgio Armani trench coat with asymmetrical closure, $5,400, viscose crew neck T-shirt, $675, collarless vest, $3,995, and pleated trousers with elastic waistband, $2,595; Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate in 18-karat red gold, $26,900.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2026
The Kiczoy Wide-Leg Drawstring Pants are elevated, beachy, and comfortable thanks to the drawstring waistband.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026
The Ewedoos Wide-leg Pants strike the perfect balance between polished and comfortable, thanks to the soft waffle fabric and relaxed elastic waistband.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2026
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
Giorgio Armani trench coat with asymmetrical closure, $5,400, viscose crew neck T-shirt, $675, collarless vest, $3,995, and pleated trousers with elastic waistband, $2,595; Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate in 18-karat red gold, $26,900.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2026
The Kiczoy Wide-Leg Drawstring Pants are elevated, beachy, and comfortable thanks to the drawstring waistband.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026
The Ewedoos Wide-leg Pants strike the perfect balance between polished and comfortable, thanks to the soft waffle fabric and relaxed elastic waistband.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 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 15 Mar. 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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