A long, narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or some other material
“The child had long, light-brown hair, with a little ribbon in it.”
Something awarded for an achievement
“Chris, look, I'll give you a ribbon for participation, but in the real world, it's about results.”
A small emblem worn, typically in symbolic or representational colors
“The King rides through Berlin wearing a ribbon with the colors of the revolution on his arm.”
A long, narrow band or strip
Thin, flexible string or rope made from several twisted strands
Something given or worn as a mark of liking or support
A strip of material that has been torn, cut, or scraped from something larger
Threads of silk, cotton, or other material woven together decoratively
A knot tied with two loops and two loose ends
A badge in the form of a short strip of red ribbon crossed over itself
A long triangular or swallow-tailed flag, especially as a military ensign
To rip, cut or pull something into pieces
“The raiding party heartily counted the whipping red, orange, and yellow streamers. Atop short poles, they flowed from their moorings, ribboned by the wind.”
To make more beautiful or attractive by adorning or decorating
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