noun

waistband

WAYST-band

Waistband (noun) means the strip of fabric that fits around the waist on trousers or a skirt. Example: “The waistband on these jeans is a bit too tight.”

noun

The strip of fabric that fits around the waist on trousers or a skirt.

"The waistband on these jeans is a bit too tight."

How to use waistband

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe band of material that goes around your waist on trousers or skirts.

Common pairings

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Word forms

waistbands plural

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The _____ on these jeans is a bit too tight.

Etymology

A compound of "waist" and "band".

Synonyms

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Related words

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Rhymes for waistband

wristband

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Frequently asked questions

What does “waistband” mean?

The word “waistband” means the strip of fabric that fits around the waist on trousers or a skirt. In plain terms, the band of material that goes around your waist on trousers or skirts.

How do you pronounce “waistband”?

“Waistband” is pronounced WAYST-band (/ˈweɪstˌbænd/ in IPA).

How do you use “waistband” in a sentence?

Here is “waistband” used in a sentence: “The waistband on these jeans is a bit too tight.”

What part of speech is “waistband”?

“Waistband” is a noun.

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