adj

banded

BAN-dihd

Banded (adj) means marked with stripes or bands of color. Example: “The banded snake had alternating black and yellow rings.”

adj

Marked with stripes or bands of color.

"The banded snake had alternating black and yellow rings."

Divided into distinct sections or bands.

"Employees are paid according to a banded pay structure."

How to use banded

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMarked with stripes, or divided into sections/bands.

Common pairings

banded pattern banded structure

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The _____ snake had alternating black and yellow rings.

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What does “banded” mean?

The word “banded” means marked with stripes or bands of color. In plain terms, marked with stripes, or divided into sections/bands.

How do you pronounce “banded”?

“Banded” is pronounced BAN-dihd (/ˈbændɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “banded” in a sentence?

Here is “banded” used in a sentence: “The banded snake had alternating black and yellow rings.”

What part of speech is “banded”?

“Banded” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “banded” have?

“Banded” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: marked with stripes or bands of color.