headband
noun
head·band
ˈhed-ˌband 
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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For example, Solange Knowles’s pillow-like hair couldn’t be boxed in, held back with nothing but a black stretchy headband.
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 24 Feb. 2025
Her combination of Peloton leggings, a long-sleeve athletic top, and a simple headband is the kind of athleisure look that’s so relatable.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Those princely beanies and headbands, meanwhile, represent his satirical take on power and formality.
—Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
The set includes a tank top onesie with a cute rainbow on it, a pair of frilly shorts and a headband.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2025
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 24 Feb. 2025
Her combination of Peloton leggings, a long-sleeve athletic top, and a simple headband is the kind of athleisure look that’s so relatable.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Those princely beanies and headbands, meanwhile, represent his satirical take on power and formality.
—Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
The set includes a tank top onesie with a cute rainbow on it, a pair of frilly shorts and a headband.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2025
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“Headband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/headband. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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headband
noun
head·band
-ˌband
: a band worn on or around the head
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