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

The Swiss skier and her compatriots wore black armbands to pay tribute to the victims of the New Year's Eve bar tragedy at Crans-Montana.

From Barron's

He removed the armband identifying him as a Jew and lined up before dawn with the gentiles to seek bread.

From The Wall Street Journal

Because he faces an abysmal Wolves side, has no competition for a starting spot and has scored five goals in three games, Ekitike gets the captain's armband this week.

From BBC

Cricket Australia has confirmed there will be a tribute and moment of silence ahead of the third Test, with both sides wearing black armbands.

From BBC

Many of the shocked faces watching Cena’s loss on Saturday night were children, decked out in imitations of Cena’s classic look of armbands and jean shorts.

From Salon