Word Noun
wristband
n.
countable
B1 Intermediate UK /ɹˈɪstbænd/ wrist·band UK spelling wristbands
Definition
n.a band that you wear around your wrist. It can be a piece of jewelry, a watch, or a plastic band used for an event.
n.a band or strip worn around the wrist. Often used for identification, timekeeping, or decorative purposes.
Examples
“She wears a colorful wristband to the concert.”
“The staff members at the festival are required to wear a wristband that shows their access level.”
“While traditional wristbands were often made of leather or silk, modern versions frequently utilize silicone or RFID technology for functional identification and security purposes.”
Etymology
From wrist + band.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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