Thesaurus results for WAISTBAND

waistband

noun

Definition of waistband

as in belt

Related Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of waistband The high-rise waistband is designed to stay in place during activities, while strategic seams help create an hourglass effect. — Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2026 The elastic waistband and the spandex blend material provides flexibility, while the hook-and-bar closure creates a more professional look. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2026 The bottoms also feature comfortable, flattering details such as an elastic waistband and crisp front pleats. — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 23 Sep. 2026 The pants have an elastic waistband and a loose, relaxed-look for a comfortable, non-constricting fit. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for waistband

Recent Examples of Synonyms for waistband

Noun

Switching on conveyor belts that extended from the stern of the ship into the water, the crew began to haul in streams of seaweed, dumping it onto the hull, where workers packed it in with a bulldozer.

— David Shortell Cristopher Rogel Blanquet, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026
This influx of accessories like belts and scarves reminds Wong of the ’90s and early aughts magazine ‘tips and tricks’ pages.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of belt

Noun

Its hot iron core — oversize for such a small world — cools and contracts along with the mantle and crust, tightening the surface like a girdle to fit its new slimmer self.

— Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2026
Its hot iron core -- oversized for such a small world -- cools and contracts along with the mantle and crust, tightening the surface like a girdle to fit its new slimmer self.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of girdle

Noun

This season, waist accents developed further with the rise of the cummerbund on and off the runway.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026
The red sweaters from his debut became a street-style signature, while his cummerbund has emerged as a defining accessory.

— Miles Socha, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of cummerbund

Noun

There was a basket with lemons, each one tied with red curling ribbon, fish spices stacked, the register with all the keys covered by a silicone hood, and a pile of newspapers next to a pile of wrapping sheets.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026
Leslie took issue with a recent stunt Kennedy had pulled at the hospital, which involved making a surprise appearance for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open his signature vaccine injury clinic.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of ribbon

Noun

The parent company of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders is taking legal action against rock band My Chemical Romance after dancers at a concert wore costumes resembling the cheerleaders’ iconic two piece-blue and white uniforms.

— Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Oct. 2026
Near the lively main square, Parguera Plaza Hotel is ideal for poolside dining and late local DJ sets or live bands.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of band

Noun

The 30-minute loop leaves plenty of time for aimless exploration and patient scavenging, but also provides enough pressure to require you to balance cautious patience with aggressive intent.

— Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026
Reflecting this, flight paths show the aircraft made two loops to burn fuel before returning to land at LAS, per FlightAware.

— Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of loop

Browse Nearby Words

waist

waistband

waistbands

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waistband. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of waistband

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

wraith

Popular in Grammar & Usage

How to Use 'Who' vs. 'Whom'

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

'Affect' vs. 'Effect'

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Popular in Wordplay

The Longest Long Words List

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Pwn, Skibidi, Girlboss and Other Words Added to the 2026 Scrabble Dictionary

The Words of the Week - Oct. 30

12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World

Popular

How to Use 'Who' vs. 'Whom'

The Longest Long Words List

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Games & Quizzes