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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Its adjustable tie straps and straight neckline offer a relaxed feel, while the minimalist shape gives you room to play with accessories—think headbands, scarves, bags, and more. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025 It’s got a headband, the running equivalent of an aero helmet in cycling. Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 12 June 2025 Moisture-wicking or quick-drying fabrics are always a good idea, as are common yoga accessories like a headband, water bottle, or towel. Aemilia Madden, Glamour, 6 June 2025 The scalloped sheet of yellow paper had openings for four heads and eight arms, accessorized with paper headbands, gloves and a paper bouquet. Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 May 2025 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 26 Jun. 2025.

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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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