wristband

noun

wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband How to pronounce wristband (audio)
1
: the part of a sleeve covering the wrist
2
: a band encircling the wrist

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There’s plenty for kids too, from handmade wristbands to small musical instruments. Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026 The demonstrators even passed out wristbands to those who were allowed free passage through the zone, but excluded Jewish and Israeli students. Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026 The Fitbit Air is an affordable, comfortable wristband that accurately tracks your activity, exercise, sleep, stress, and other key health metrics, and uses Google AI to offer personalized workout plans. Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 27 May 2026 The Collector's Edition is the showpiece, bundling the game, a 34x24cm Sleeper wall mask, a genuine leather wristband and notebook, the soundtrack and more for the hardcore faithful. Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for wristband

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of wristband was in 1571

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“Wristband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wristband. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

wristband

noun
wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband How to pronounce wristband (audio)
: a band or a part of a sleeve encircling the wrist

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