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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And the waistband is stretchy with an adjustable drawstring.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 24 July 2025
Designed with a relaxed fit that sits below the waist, an elastic waistband, and an adjustable drawcord, the pants can easily be worn on the beach, to an outdoor dinner date, or a backyard cookout.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 24 July 2025
The elastic waistband is decorated with a button and belt loops for a more snug fit if needed, and the 2.5-inch inseam is just the right length for everyday wear.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
The fluid drape and elastic waistband offer that coveted combination of structure and ease — perfect for long lunches that turn into evening adventures.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 24 July 2025
Designed with a relaxed fit that sits below the waist, an elastic waistband, and an adjustable drawcord, the pants can easily be worn on the beach, to an outdoor dinner date, or a backyard cookout.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 24 July 2025
The elastic waistband is decorated with a button and belt loops for a more snug fit if needed, and the 2.5-inch inseam is just the right length for everyday wear.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
The fluid drape and elastic waistband offer that coveted combination of structure and ease — perfect for long lunches that turn into evening adventures.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 21 July 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 29 Jul. 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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