waistband
noun
waist·band
ˈwās(t)-ˌband 
: a band (as of trousers or a skirt) fitting around the waist
Examples of waistband in a Sentence
shorts with an elastic waistband
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The top was paired with a black fringed miniskirt with studded details around the waistband and black cowboy boots.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2025
This pair in particular has side pockets that are big enough for your phone,and a secure, high-rise waistband that won't slip down, thanks to an adjustable drawstring.
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 16 Apr. 2025
According to the documents, an officer at the scene noticed an item on Rivers’ waistband that was shaped like a gun.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
This Gino Giovanni ensemble features a tailored jacket with a notched lapel and coordinating pants that have an elastic waistband for an easy fit.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2025
This pair in particular has side pockets that are big enough for your phone,and a secure, high-rise waistband that won't slip down, thanks to an adjustable drawstring.
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 16 Apr. 2025
According to the documents, an officer at the scene noticed an item on Rivers’ waistband that was shaped like a gun.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
This Gino Giovanni ensemble features a tailored jacket with a notched lapel and coordinating pants that have an elastic waistband for an easy fit.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for waistband
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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waistband. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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waistband
noun
waist·band
ˈwās(t)-ˌband
: a band (as of trousers or a skirt) fitting around the waist
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