wristband

noun

wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband How to pronounce wristband (audio)
1
: the part of a sleeve covering the wrist
2
: a band encircling the wrist

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Fiennes was the first to arrive, in a crisp navy suit, and was somewhat charmingly handed a black wristband, which he gamely slipped on before heading to the bar. Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025 The Wolves will also wear commemorative wristbands to honor De Lannoy and have a moment of silence before their home game against Monte Vista on Friday in Danville. Christian Babcock, The Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2025 Black wristbands signified general admission and gold allowed entry to a VIP balcony. Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2025 Tickets are less than $20, and the wristband gets you good discounts on drinks. Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wristband

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of wristband was in 1571

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“Wristband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wristband. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

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wristband

noun
wrist·​band ˈris(t)-ˌband How to pronounce wristband (audio)
: a band or a part of a sleeve encircling the wrist

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