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 shorts also feature an elastic high waistband with a hidden pocket (perfect for keys and cards), as well as a zippered pocket on the back (ideal for Airpods).
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Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 5 June 2024
The stretchy waistband fits more like underwear than your typical diaper and is meant to reduce gapping that could cause leaks.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 June 2024
Currently on sale for 33 percent off, these harem pants are an upgrade to your simpler bottom offerings, and they’re made with side pockets, a stretchy waistband, and sizes ranging from S to XL.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2024
Leon pulled a handgun from his waistband and shot the manager multiple times, killing him, and the second victim was grazed by stray bullets, police said.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2024
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Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 5 June 2024
The stretchy waistband fits more like underwear than your typical diaper and is meant to reduce gapping that could cause leaks.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 June 2024
Currently on sale for 33 percent off, these harem pants are an upgrade to your simpler bottom offerings, and they’re made with side pockets, a stretchy waistband, and sizes ranging from S to XL.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2024
Leon pulled a handgun from his waistband and shot the manager multiple times, killing him, and the second victim was grazed by stray bullets, police said.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2024
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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waistband. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
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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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