bandeau

[ ban-doh, ban-doh ]

noun

, plural ban·deaux [ban-, dohz, ban, -dohz].

1. a headband, especially one worn about the forehead.
2. a narrow brassiere.

bandeau

/ ˈbændəʊ /

noun

1. a narrow band of ribbon, velvet, etc, worn round the head
2. a bikini top in the form of narrow band of material

Word History and Origins

Origin of bandeau¹

1700–10; < French; Old French bandel, equivalent to bande band ² + -el < Latin -illus diminutive suffix

Word History and Origins

Origin of bandeau¹

C18: from French, from Old French bandel a little band ²

Example Sentences

For a majority of the music video, Gaga rocks a leather-glove bandeau that at points moves and caresses her breasts.

From The Daily Beast

I hope that bandeau of silvery locks is not widening too fast on the head I love so well—that the eyes are as bright as ever.

From Project Gutenberg

"But I want a pink bandeau, mother," replied Florrie a little pettishly, as she patted her golden-red fringe.

From Project Gutenberg

There was a corresponding galaxy of spangles arranged bandeau-fashion in her hair.

From Project Gutenberg

Seegooche and Tiawa wear basket caps, but Wacoba has a bandeau of bright beads about her hair.

From Project Gutenberg

Across the forehead may be worn a narrow bandeau of pearls or diamonds.

From Project Gutenberg

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