Waistband: meaning, definitions and examples

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Used to describe a strap or band worn around the waist, usually to hold up pants or add a fashion element. It might also refer to a mechanical device that transmits power.

• He wore a leather belt with his trousers.
• The car's engine had a broken fan belt.

Refers to a long strip of cloth worn over the shoulder or around the waist, often for ceremonial, decorative, or functional purposes.

• She wore a red sash over her dress for the ceremony.
• The pageant winner received a sash and a crown.

A general term for a strip of material that can have various uses beyond clothing, such as music bands or wristbands.

• He tied his hair back with a band.
• The band played lively music at the concert.