waistband

noun

Definition of waistbandnext
as in belt

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Recent Examples of waistband The high-rise waistband is designed to stay in place during activities, while strategic seams help create an hourglass effect. — Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2026 The elastic waistband and the spandex blend material provides flexibility, while the hook-and-bar closure creates a more professional look. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2026 The bottoms also feature comfortable, flattering details such as an elastic waistband and crisp front pleats. — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 23 Sep. 2026 The pants have an elastic waistband and a loose, relaxed-look for a comfortable, non-constricting fit. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for waistband
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waistband
  1. belt
  2. girdle
  3. sash
  4. cummerbund
  5. ribbon
  6. band
  7. loop
  8. self-belt
Noun
  • His affect matches his typical attire on the trail—a Red Sox cap, a fleece vest, his cell phone on a belt clip.
    — Julia Terruso, Time, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The actor wore a long black leather coat over a simple black tank, paired with straight-leg blue jeans cinched with a leather belt.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of belt
Noun
  • Its hot iron core — oversize for such a small world — cools and contracts along with the mantle and crust, tightening the surface like a girdle to fit its new slimmer self.
    — Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2026
  • Its hot iron core -- oversized for such a small world -- cools and contracts along with the mantle and crust, tightening the surface like a girdle to fit its new slimmer self.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of girdle
Noun
  • During Thursday’s show, Guthrie draped a sash across Melvin as Daly placed a dark-blue towel over Melvin’s shoulders cape-style.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Halsey looks ridiculous in a green jacket with a red scarf for a sash.
    — Danielle Parker, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of sash
Noun
  • Come spring, the casual cummerbund could be an official staple.
    — Joan Kennedy, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The matching trousers, made from fine wool, have a silk-satin side stripe, along with a bow tie and a cummerbund in the same material.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of cummerbund
Noun
  • There was a basket with lemons, each one tied with red curling ribbon, fish spices stacked, the register with all the keys covered by a silicone hood, and a pile of newspapers next to a pile of wrapping sheets.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Leslie took issue with a recent stunt Kennedy had pulled at the hospital, which involved making a surprise appearance for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open his signature vaccine injury clinic.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of ribbon
Noun
  • The parent company of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders is taking legal action against rock band My Chemical Romance after dancers at a concert wore costumes resembling the cheerleaders’ iconic two piece-blue and white uniforms.
    — Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Near the lively main square, Parguera Plaza Hotel is ideal for poolside dining and late local DJ sets or live bands.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of band
Noun
  • The 30-minute loop leaves plenty of time for aimless exploration and patient scavenging, but also provides enough pressure to require you to balance cautious patience with aggressive intent.
    — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Reflecting this, flight paths show the aircraft made two loops to burn fuel before returning to land at LAS, per FlightAware.
    — Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of loop
Noun
  • Sacai toned down its unconventional fits and focused on relaxed jeans with self-belts.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
  • The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of self-belt

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