armband

noun

arm·​band ˈärm-ˌband How to pronounce armband (audio)
: a band worn around the arm
especially : a band worn around the arm for identification or in mourning

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Araujo leaning towards a contract extension Flick started Ronald Araujo against Betis, and also gave him the captain’s armband. Pol Ballús, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025 An armband special from 3-7 p.m. on Saturday will run attendees $20 each for rides plus regular gate admission. Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 9 Aug. 2024 That is not to downplay the influence of Nelson Semedo, the man chosen to wear the armband and a player who sets an example on a daily basis in terms of training approach, professionalism and attitude. Steve Madeley, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024 Sauerbrunn, a key part of the USWNT’s 2015 and 2019 World Cup-winning campaigns, also captained the team 42 times, the fifth most times wearing the armband in USWNT history. Manasi Pathak, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for armband 

Word History

First Known Use

1738, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of armband was in 1738

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“Armband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armband. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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