Waistband: meaning, definitions and examples

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waistband

[ˈweɪstˌbænd ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Noun}

A strip of material worn around the waist to hold clothing in place or for decoration.

band, belt, sash.

Word	Description / Examples
waistband	Repetition error - please use the first 'waistband' entry provided.
belt	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.
sash	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.
band	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.

In the 18th century, waistbands were often wide and made from sturdy fabrics to support heavy skirts.
Early trousers did not have waistbands but relied on suspenders to keep them up until the 19th century.
Elastic waistbands became popular in the 20th century, making clothes more comfortable and easier to wear.

In many cultures, how tight or how decorated a waistband is can signify status or fashion.
Certain styles of clothing, like high-waisted pants, have made comebacks in fashion trends over the decades.

Waistbands can come with additional features like pockets or drawstrings for extra convenience.
In activewear, waistbands are designed to be flexible and often include materials that wick away sweat.

Creating your own waistband for sewing projects can add a personal touch to garments.
Waistbands can be embellished with various techniques like embroidery or appliqué to make clothing unique.

Translations of the word "waistband" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cós

🇮🇳 कमरबंद

🇩🇪 Bund

🇮🇩 pinggang

🇺🇦 пояс

🇵🇱 pasek

🇯🇵 ウエストバンド (uesutobando)

🇫🇷 ceinture

🇪🇸 cinturón

🇹🇷 beli

🇰🇷 허리띠 (heoritti)

🇸🇦 حزام الخصر

🇨🇿 pás

🇸🇰 pás

🇨🇳 腰带 (yāodài)

🇸🇮 pas

🇮🇸 mittisband

🇰🇿 белдік

🇬🇪 ქამარი (qamari)

🇦🇿 kəmər

🇲🇽 cinturón