armband

[ ahrm-band ]

noun

1. a fabric band worn around the upper arm as a badge or symbol; brassard.

armband

/ ˈɑːmˌbænd /

noun

1. a band of material worn round the arm, such as one bearing an identifying mark, etc, or a black one indicating mourning
2. an inflatable buoyancy aid, worn on the upper arm of a person learning to swim
3. an elasticated band worn round the upper arm to keep the shirtsleeve in place

Word History and Origins

Origin of armband¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; arm ¹ + band ²

Example Sentences

The Italy centre-half, who was wearing the captain's armband on Sunday, stepped up out of the defensive line as a pass was played in behind.

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On 25 November, he was found without his armbands at the bottom of the pool at the hotel where his family had been staying.

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Goalkeeper Butland - who took the captain's armband after James Tavernier was substituted - was keen to stress the collective nature of the half-time debrief.

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England and Greece players will wear black armbands and hold a period of silence in tribute to George Baldock before Thursday night's Nations League fixture at Wembley.

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Former England captain Wayne Rooney often did not sing the national anthem, particularly before he was given the armband.

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