- a variation of bandoleer.
bandolier
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of bandolier
C16: from Old French bandouliere , from Old Spanish bandolera , bandolero guerrilla, from Catalan bandoler , from bandol band, from Spanish bando ; see band 1
Example Sentences
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On the field, she paid homage to Michael Jackson with a military-style bandolier, but also evoked Black Power symbolism through berets, afros, and raised-fist salutes.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2025
Authorities located six rounds of ammunition on the movie set, in locations including in a box, a gun belt and a bandolier worn by Baldwin.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 20, 2024
With his swagger and charisma, and despite the bandolier of bullets draped sash-like over his leather coat, he is, in Julian Elijah Martinez’s electrifying performance, way more exciting than scary.
From New York Times ● Jun. 7, 2023
At least seven live bullets were found by sheriff’s detectives on the set of “Rust,” including at least one in the actor’s bandolier, according to evidence submitted in the case.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2022
From the makeshift bandolier, she removed a small can of hair spray, thumbing off the top.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
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