wristband

noun wrist·band \ ˈris(t)-ˌband \

Updated on: 22 Apr 2018

Definition of wristband

1 : the part of a sleeve covering the wrist

2 : a band encircling the wrist

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Blain-Moraes implemented a method to estimate breathing based on the amount of blood in the finger, to replace the chest strap, and placed other sensors in a FitBit like wristband.

— nathan hurst, Smithsonian, "Can Biomusic Offer Kids With Autism a New Way to Communicate?," 2 Apr. 2018
Players have worn blue ribbons and sported blue wristbands throughout the years on Father’s Day since MLB first partnered with the Prostate Cancer Foundation in 1996.

— jeremy cluff, azcentral, "MLB unveils special uniforms for Jackie Robinson Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, more," 19 Mar. 2018
Due to overwhelming response, numbered wristbands will be handed out beginning on Tuesday.

— idahostatesman, "Treasure Valley Book Event Calendar: March 11-17 | Idaho Statesman," 9 Mar. 2018
Advance ticket prices are 20 tickets for $18; 40 tickets for $36; and $25 for a wristband.

— linda mcintosh, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Teen starts club for kids with autism ...community news," 3 Mar. 2018
The first 500 attendees each night will receive a complimentary Love Bites wristband.

— megan becka, cleveland.com, "Akron Haunted Schoolhouse & Laboratory to host 'Love Bites' Valentine's Day haunted house," 22 Jan. 2018
Packages this year begin at $15 and include a commemorative glass, a wristband and seven wine tickets.

— staff report, Aurora Beacon-News, "Tickets on sale for Wine on the Fox in Oswego," 3 Apr. 2018
Similar to Pour Taproom in Santa Cruz where customers can purchase a wristband and serve themselves, Leavy said his brewery will have cards that provide the same access.

— justin phillips, San Francisco Chronicle, "San Francisco Brewing Co. headed to Ghirardelli Square with massive new project," 29 Mar. 2018
Amazon has patented a wristband that tracks the hand movements of warehouse workers and uses vibrations to nudge them into being more efficient.

— The Economist, "The workplace of the future," 28 Mar. 2018

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Definition of wristband for English Language Learners

: a band of plastic, paper, cloth, etc., that you wear around your wrist

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wristband

noun wrist·band \ ˈrist-ˌband \

Definition of wristband for Students

1 : the part of a sleeve that goes around the wrist

2 : a band that goes around the wrist (as for support or to absorb sweat)

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