sweatband

noun

sweat·​band ˈswet-ˌband How to pronounce sweatband (audio)
1
: a usually leather band lining the inner edge of a hat or cap to prevent sweat damage
2
: a band of material worn around the head or wrist to absorb sweat

Examples of sweatband in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Here, a sheepskin sweatband is snipped to size and installed with a vintage Singer sewing machine. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2024 Get them a giftcard to Nettie, the pickleball brand that sells everything from paddles to sweatbands, and is beloved by Hollywood’s amateur players such as Drew Barrymore. Anna Tingley, Variety, 16 Nov. 2023 There is also an inner sweatband that works to help wick moisture away. Katie Dubow, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2023 And, as soon as the victory was complete, tennis’s next big star removed a sweatband from her left wrist and replaced it with a Rolex Oyster Perpetual. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2023 The player, who is sponsored by New Balance, wore a maroon version of one of the brand’s tennis outfits, contrasting neon green sweatbands and a color-matching pair of her signature sneaker, the CG1. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2023 Throughout the month of September, which is National Brain Aneurysm Awareness month, the team will wear burgundy sweatbands during games and patches during practice in remembrance of Julio. Hojun Choi, Dallas News, 30 Aug. 2023 There's also a moisture-wicking sweatband around the 4.5-inch brim to keep you cool while out hiking or exploring, while the brim's easily adjustable wired edges will keep your views unimpeded. Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2023 This visor is made of 100% cotton twill with a 100% polyester mesh detail and also has a moisture-wicking sweatband inside for more comfort and sweat protection throughout the day. Katie Dubow, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sweatband was in 1862

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“Sweatband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweatband. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

sweatband

noun
sweat·​band ˈswet-ˌband How to pronounce sweatband (audio)
1
: a band lining the edge of a hat or cap to prevent sweat damage
2
: a band of material worn around the head or wrist to absorb sweat
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