armband

[ahrm-band]

noun

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

armband

/ 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

Word History and Origins

Origin of armband¹

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

Example Sentences

Silva succeeded Kevin de Bruyne in wearing the armband after the Belgian left in the summer before joining Napoli on a free transfer.

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Both are regulars in City's academy teams, with Jaden often wearing the captain's armband in the club's Premier League 2 matches.

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He showed the armband, headed everything, tackled everything, and was really aggressive in his passing forwards - he was the catalyst for Leeds to go on to win.

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A moment of silence will be held at all Premier League matches this weekend, with players wearing black armbands, while messages and images will be shown on the big screens in stadiums.

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Ipswich captain Sam Morsy, a Muslim, decided not to wear the rainbow armband last season, with the club saying it was because of his "religious beliefs".

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