Armbands: meaning, definitions and examples

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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

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

Word origin

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.