armband
Americannoun
noun
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a band of material worn round the arm, such as one bearing an identifying mark, etc, or a black one indicating mourning
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an inflatable buoyancy aid, worn on the upper arm of a person learning to swim
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an elasticated band worn round the upper arm to keep the shirtsleeve in place
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Example Sentences
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He took the armband in the second half and showed his experience at international level.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
In Ramsey's absence, Davies has worn the armband for Wales but, as the Spurs defender is injured, Fulham attacking midfielder Harry Wilson is likely to skipper the team against Bosnia.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
She also offered to let him wear a black armband while competing.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026
The IOC had said Heraskevych could instead wear a black armband, but the 27-year-old insisted on competing in his helmet adorned with portraits of Ukrainian athletes killed by Russia.
From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026
My pretend armband was only going to pass at a glance, not to mention my oddly bulging shape beneath the coat.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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