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hairband

[ ˈhɛrˌbænd ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

fashion accessory

A hairband is a flexible band worn around the head to hold hair in place. It is commonly used to keep hair away from the face or eyes.

Synonyms

hair ribbon, hair tie, headband.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
hairband	Typically used to refer to an elastic band that holds back hair, often circular. She put on a hairband to keep her hair out of her face while running. Can you pass me that hairband? I need to tie my hair up quickly.
headband	A band worn around the head, over the hair, to keep it in place or for decorative purposes. Can be made of various materials and often covers the forehead. He wore a headband to keep the sweat out of his eyes during the workout. She found a stylish headband that matched her outfit perfectly.
hair tie	An elastic band used to tie back hair into a ponytail or similar style, similar to a hairband but more commonly referred to as such in certain regions. I always keep a hair tie on my wrist in case I need to tie my hair back. Her hair tie broke during the game, so she borrowed one from a friend.
hair ribbon	Used for decorative purposes, often a piece of fabric tied into a bow or knot. She tied her hair back with a beautiful hair ribbon for the party. The little girl loved to wear brightly colored hair ribbons to school.

Examples of usage

It's hot outside, so I'm wearing a hairband to keep my hair off my neck.
She always wears a sparkly hairband with her ponytail.

Translations

Translations of the word "hairband" in other languages:

🇵🇹 faixa de cabelo

🇮🇳 हेयरबैंड

🇩🇪 Haarband

🇮🇩 ikat rambut

🇺🇦 пов'язка на волосся

🇵🇱 opaska na włosy

🇯🇵 ヘアバンド

🇫🇷 bandeau pour cheveux

🇪🇸 cinta para el pelo

🇹🇷 saç bandı

🇰🇷 머리띠

🇸🇦 رباط الشعر

🇨🇿 čelenka

🇸🇰 čelenka

🇨🇳 发带

🇸🇮 trak za lase

🇮🇸 hárband

🇰🇿 шашқа арналған таспа

🇬🇪 თმის ბაფთა

🇦🇿 saç lent

🇲🇽 cinta para el pelo

Etymology

The history of the hairband dates back to ancient times when people used various materials like leaves, branches, and even animal bones to secure their hair. Over the years, hairbands evolved into the stylish fashion accessory we know today, with a wide range of designs and materials.