Ribbon: meaning, definitions and examples

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ribbon

[ ˈrɪbən ]

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decorative material

A narrow strip of material, typically used for tying something or for decoration.

Synonyms

band, strip, tape

Examples of usage

She tied a ribbon around the gift box.
The dancers wore ribbons in their hair.

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prize or award

A strip of colored fabric awarded as a prize or given as a symbol of honor or achievement.

Synonyms

award, medal, prize

Examples of usage

He won a blue ribbon at the competition.
The medal was attached to a red ribbon.

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decorate with ribbon

To adorn or decorate with ribbon or ribbons.

Synonyms

adorn, decorate, embellish

Examples of usage

She ribboned the Christmas tree with colorful ribbons.
The gift was ribboned beautifully.

Translations

Translations of the word "ribbon" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fita

laço
faixa

🇮🇳 फीता

🇩🇪 Band

Schleife
Bandmaß

🇮🇩 pita

🇺🇦 стрічка

🇵🇱 wstążka

🇯🇵 リボン (ribon)

🇫🇷 ruban

🇪🇸 cinta

🇹🇷 kurdele

🇰🇷 리본 (ribon)

🇸🇦 شريط

🇨🇿 stuha

🇸🇰 stuha

🇨🇳 丝带 (sīdài)

🇸🇮 trak

🇮🇸 borði

🇰🇿 ленте

🇬🇪 ლენტი (lenti)

🇦🇿 lent

🇲🇽 cinta

Word origin

The word 'ribbon' originated from the Old French word 'riban' which meant a strip of cloth. Ribbons have been used for decorative and symbolic purposes for centuries, with different colors and styles carrying various meanings. They are often associated with awards, gifts, and celebrations.