sweatband

noun
UK: /ˈswet.bænd/
US: /ˈswet.bænd/

  1. A band of absorbent material worn on the forehead or wrist to soak up sweat.

    1. He wore a sweatband while playing tennis.
    2. The athlete used a sweatband to keep perspiration out of his eyes during the marathon.

  2. An accessory used during sports or exercise to prevent sweat from interfering with performance or comfort.

    1. She chose a colorful sweatband to match her workout clothes.
    2. The team members all sported sweatbands with the team logo to promote unity and prevent sweat.

Synonyms

headband wristband

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sweatband" in English means: A band of absorbent material worn on the forehead or wrist to soak up sweat., An accessory used during sports or exercise to prevent sweat from interfering with performance or comfort..

The phonetic transcription of "sweatband" is /ˈswet.bænd/ in British English and /ˈswet.bænd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sweatband": headband, wristband.

Example usage of "sweatband": "He wore a sweatband while playing tennis.". More examples on the page.