Definition of WRISTBAND

wristband

Meanings

Plural: wristbands

Noun

  • band consisting of a part of a sleeve that covers the wrist
  • a band of cloth or leather or metal links attached to a wristwatch and wrapped around the wrist
  • The cuff of a sleeve that wraps around the wrist.
  • A strip of material worn around the wrist, e.g. to absorb perspiration, especially in sports.
  • A decorative band or bracelet that encircles the wearer's wrist.
  • A band that supports a wristwatch.
  • A cord worn around the wrist, used to hold a small object such as a knife: a lanyard

Origin / Etymology

From wrist + band.

Synonyms

bracelet, lanyard, watch bracelet, watchband, watchstrap, wristlet

Scrabble Score: 15

wristband is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
wristband is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
wristband is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 17

wristband is a valid Words With Friends word