armband

noun

arm·band ˈärm-ˌband

: a band worn around the arm

especially : a band worn around the arm for identification or in mourning

Examples of armband in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web That comment also drew criticism from people who consider the intertwining of the Star of David and the swastika vile, espcially considering Jewish people were forced to wear identifiers such as armbands, or badges, in the shape of the Star of David under the Nazi regime. —

Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2024 Emotional Farewell Speech Wearing the captain’s armband, Morgan walked onto the field with her four-year-old daughter Charlie, making her 150th career appearance in the American top-tier league. —

Manasi Pathak, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024 Cardinal Glass paid $5,000 for five armbands, software and air-monitoring hardware. —

Cathy Bussewitz, The Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2024 There's no evidence the rainbow armbands were required during the tournament, however. —

Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 29 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for armband

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