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

"Our widening waistbands are also placing significant burden on our health service," he said in an opinion piece for the Telegraph.

From BBC

After opening the door, officers saw a handgun protruding from Lopez’s waistband.

From Los Angeles Times

In the body-worn footage, Eames is seen at the front of the crowd wearing a gilet with a bottle of ginger wine pushed down his waistband.

From BBC

Ms Gray said: "The boy removed a knife from the waistband of his trousers and made a slashing motion towards Mr Mohammed striking him on the arm."

From BBC

A bank employee told police that the man, wearing a black baseball cap and carrying an orange bag, had handed over a note demanding money while showing a gun in his waistband.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• ribbon
• ring
• strap
• string