headband

noun

head·​band ˈhed-ˌband How to pronounce headband (audio)
1
: a band worn on or around the head
2
: a narrow strip of cloth sewn or glued by hand to a book at the extreme ends of the spine

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Kennedy said in a video playing the game and wearing the game's headband. Anne Flaherty, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024 The set can also be worn either on- or over-ear for a better seal and more comfort, and the plush vegan leather ear cushions and headband were a hit with our tester during long-term listening. Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 3 Dec. 2024 On her Instagram Stories the same day, Hsu shared more snapshots of the couple's Disneyland adventure, including a selfie with her in a Minnie Mouse ears headband next to Liu. Jack Smart, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024 And there are so many more accessories to explore in the sale-on-sale section, from jewelry to festive headbands, so be sure to hop over to the site to see the rest. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for headband 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1522, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of headband was circa 1522

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“Headband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/headband. Accessed 19 Dec. 2024.

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headband

noun
head·​band -ˌband How to pronounce headband (audio)
: a band worn on or around the head

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