Sam Browne belt

American  

[sam-broun] / ˈsæmˈbraʊn /

noun

1. a sword belt having a supporting strap over the right shoulder, formerly worn by officers in the U.S. Army, now sometimes worn as part of the uniform by police officers, guards, and army officers in other nations.

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Sam Browne belt British  

noun

1. a military officer's wide belt supported by a strap passing from the left side of the belt over the right shoulder

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Etymology

Origin of Sam Browne belt

First recorded in 1910–15; named after its inventor, British general Samuel Browne (1824–1901)

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Sam Browne belt

He quickly changes into his khaki uniform, Sam Browne belt and over seas cap, which are as near to G.I. as regulations allow.

From Time Magazine Archive

The Sam Browne belt became standard throughout the British Army, later spread to other countries.

From Time Magazine Archive

Last week he wore a red-and-gold helmet, sky-blue tunic, fawn-colored breeches, Sam Browne belt, riding boots.

From Time Magazine Archive

His uniform, a strange mixture of his own and the bishop's design, includes a Sam Browne belt, rank badges of a French major and a gold cap badge showing a miter with crossed keys.

From Time Magazine Archive

Swords were not carried except on parade, but an officer would not be caught dead without a Sam Browne belt.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck