armband

• Ein Band oder eine Binde, das bzw. die um den Oberarm getragen wird, oft als Zeichen der Zugehörigkeit, Identifikation oder Trauer; auch ein ringförmiges Schmuckstück am Arm.

A noun referring to a band worn around the upper arm, often used as a symbol of identification, membership, or mourning.

1. Identification or mourning bandB1formal

   A band worn around the upper arm to indicate membership, identification, or mourning.

   Armbinde

   • The mourners wore black armbands at the funeral.
   • The referee wore an armband to show his authority.
   • The team captain wore a special armband during the match.

   Synonymearmletbrassard

2. Decorative or functional bandB1formal

   A band worn around the upper arm for decoration or to hold something in place.

   Armband

   • She wore a colorful armband to the festival.
   • The athlete's armband held his phone while he ran.
   • He adjusted his armband before the race.

   Synonymearm bandarmletbrassard