waistband

[weyst-band, -buhnd]

noun

1. a band encircling the waist, especially as a part of a skirt or pair of trousers.

waistband

/ ˈweɪstˌbænd /

noun

1. an encircling band of material to finish and strengthen a skirt or trousers at the waist

Word History and Origins

Origin of waistband¹

First recorded in 1575–85; waist + band ²

Example Sentences

“He only uses one hand when he signs. If you think about it, maybe he has a gun in the other hand, or maybe the gun is in his waistband,” he said.

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Metoyer told the police after he was arrested that he was defending himself after Hoque had made offensive gestures and reached for a gun in his waistband.

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Lorde previously said her Met Gala look - inspired by a cummerbund, or waistband, traditionally worn by men - was a hint to where she was "gender-wise".

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The employee noticed that a man believed to be Bland had what appeared to be a handgun tucked into his front waistband with the handle visible.

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Mr Mayers was alleged to have whipped out a gun from his waistband and pointed it at Mr Ephron, telling him: "I'll kill you right now."

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Related Words

• ribbon 
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