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A stripe, line, or elongated area of a different color, texture, or composition from its surroundings
“Its warm plumage is set off by a long black band from the base of the bill down the side of the neck.”
A flat, thin strip of material
“The decorative band of stonework around the hall has been restored.”
A flat, thin, circular loop of material
“She wore a colorful band around her wrist.”
A group of people who have a common interest or purpose or who share a common feature
“Alexander Malcomson pulled together a band of investors to bankroll the legendary motor company.”
A unit, grouping or configuration of things
“Up ahead, they could see a huge band of cars that seemed to be traveling together in a massive herd.”
A small group of musicians and vocalists who play pop, jazz, or rock music
“Arbez spent his childhood playing trombone in a jazz band before discovering the dancefloor.”
Something that restrains freedom of movement
“A thick band would hold the item in place as it was transported.”
A long, narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or some other material
A group of advisers, assistants, or others accompanying an important person
A circular or rounded piece of something
An ornamental band, hoop, or chain worn on the wrist or arm
A circular ornamental band, typically worn on the head
Something which physically or figuratively holds or binds things together
A layer of a specified material
A scarf that is worn looped or tied around the neck
A long rigid piece of wood, metal, or similar material
A connecting band or pipe in machinery
A necklace with a pendant
A group of students or pupils who are taught together
An area of land, typically a large one
A person employed in maintenance or operations
An incremental spread or range, usually used for purposes of ranking something
A tough band of inelastic fibrous tissue that connects a muscle with its bony attachment
A decorative band or crown molding projecting from a wall, often designed to divert rainwater
A limit or boundary
A hardened layer, coating, or deposit on the surface of something
A long, thin, flat piece of timber, used especially in building and flooring
A flat base or foundation on which something rests or is supported
A category of people or things that are similar or fall between specified limits
To work or group together for a common purpose
“Local residents would soon band together in a loosely organized protest.”
To bind together with a rope or cord
“As she stood, reaching back to band her hair, she again seemed astonishingly beautiful to him in an edgy, new way.”
To encircle, surround or bind
“You can band the waist of your dress with a matching belt.”
(rare) To streak or make stripes on
“Band the fabric of the flag with strips of our country's colors.”
To mix or blend together, typically into a single mass or unit
To blend in with one's surroundings
To join or connect securely together
Types of personal ornamentation
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