noun
armband
noun
1
A band worn around the upper arm, often as a symbol (mourning, protest) or to mark a team captain.
"The captain wears the armband during every match."
"Protesters wore black armbands in solidarity."
2
An inflatable band worn on the arm to help a swimmer, often a child, stay afloat.
"Put your armbands on before you get in the pool."
How to Use Armband
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA band worn on the upper arm, whether symbolic, a captain's marker, or a swimming float.
Common pairings
captain's armband
black armband
swimming armbands
Word Forms
armbands plural
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Etymology
From arm + band.