armband

American  

[ahrm-band] / ˈɑrmˌbænd /

noun

1. a fabric band worn around the upper arm as a badge or symbol; brassard.

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armband British  

/ ˈɑːmˌbænd /

noun

1. a band of material worn round the arm, such as one bearing an identifying mark, etc, or a black one indicating mourning

2. an inflatable buoyancy aid, worn on the upper arm of a person learning to swim

3. an elasticated band worn round the upper arm to keep the shirtsleeve in place

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Etymology

Origin of armband

First recorded in 1790–1800; arm ¹ + band ²

Example Sentences

She also offered to let him wear a black armband while competing.

From Los Angeles Times

Athletes are permitted to express their views in press conferences and on social media, and the IOC had said on Tuesday it would allow Heraskevych to wear a plain black armband.

From Barron's

The IOC said that it had tried to find a compromise, including offering Heraskevych the option of displaying his helmet immediately after the competition and wearing a black armband.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was an ill-judged decision to hand the armband to the Argentine World Cup winner.

From BBC

"Where there is good reason, black armbands will also be allowed for other athletes."

From BBC