wristband

noun

wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband 

1

: the part of a sleeve covering the wrist

2

: a band encircling the wrist

Examples of wristband in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Disneyland is already warning fans not to sell their wristbands or trade them for anything of cash value. — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 10 Aug. 2026

Guests receive a wristband upon entry and are encouraged to customize their experience. — Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026

Hilo Core is a new, wearable wristband that helps people monitor their blood pressure in real time. — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 6 Aug. 2026

Grab your wristband, map out your must-see acts, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend. — James Ward, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for wristband

• armband
• backhand
• bandstand
• baseband
• broadband
• command
• cropland
• demand
• disband
• dreamland
• expand
• farmhand

Kids Definition

wristband

noun

wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband 

: a band or a part of a sleeve encircling the wrist