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armbands

[ ˈɑːmˌbændz ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

worn on the upper arm

Armbands are bands of cloth that are worn around the upper arm, typically as a symbol of identification or mourning.

Synonyms

armlet, sleeve band.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
armbands	Used to signify mourning or solidarity, typically a black band worn around the upper arm. After the tragic event, the whole team wore black armbands to show their respect He wore an armband at the funeral
armlet	Refers to a piece of jewelry worn around the upper arm, often decorative and used in formal or traditional settings. She decorated her outfit with a golden armlet The historical figure in the painting wore a jeweled armlet
sleeve band	Generally refers to bands worn around the sleeves of a shirt, often for decorative purposes or to indicate rank or status. The officer's uniform was adorned with a gold sleeve band The traditional costume included an embroidered sleeve band

Word

Description / Examples

armbands

Used to signify mourning or solidarity, typically a black band worn around the upper arm.

After the tragic event, the whole team wore black armbands to show their respect
He wore an armband at the funeral

armlet

Refers to a piece of jewelry worn around the upper arm, often decorative and used in formal or traditional settings.

She decorated her outfit with a golden armlet
The historical figure in the painting wore a jeweled armlet

sleeve band

Generally refers to bands worn around the sleeves of a shirt, often for decorative purposes or to indicate rank or status.

The officer's uniform was adorned with a gold sleeve band
The traditional costume included an embroidered sleeve band

Examples of usage

During the race, all participants wore armbands with their race numbers.
The soldiers were required to wear armbands to distinguish themselves from the enemy.

Translations

Translations of the word "armbands" in other languages:

🇵🇹 braçadeiras

🇮🇳 बांह की पट्टी

🇩🇪 Armbinden

🇮🇩 pita tangan

🇺🇦 нарукавні пов'язки

🇵🇱 opaski na ramię

🇯🇵 腕章

🇫🇷 brassards

🇪🇸 brazaletes

🇹🇷 kol bantları

🇰🇷 팔찌

🇸🇦 أشرطة الذراع

🇨🇿 pásky na ruku

🇸🇰 pásky na ruku

🇨🇳 臂章

🇸🇮 trakovi za roko

🇮🇸 armbönd

🇰🇿 қол белдіктері

🇬🇪 ხელის სამაჯურები

🇦🇿 qolbəndlər

🇲🇽 brazaletes

Etymology

The history of armbands dates back to ancient civilizations, where they were used as symbols of status or allegiance. In more recent history, armbands have been used in various contexts such as sports events, military operations, and political movements.