band
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6.9
- noun
- /bænd/
- Specialized
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anilla
- The researcher attached a small band to the bird's leg to track its migration patterns.
Examples
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Each bird in the conservation program received a unique band for identification purposes.
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Using a colored band, the scientists were able to identify the different species during their study.
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Right on the edge of the wing you could have bands and so forth.
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Like all baby alligators, it had yellow bands across its otherwise black body.
Fiction book (2001) -
There is a letter opener on the desk, and several paper bands for wrapping currency.
Fiction book (1997) -
They all have the bands, yellow and black bands on their abdomen.
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The oldest female was Frosty, who'd been First of the band for as long as Windy could remember.
Fiction book (2002) -
With a flash of steel, he slices straight through Stanley's watch band and snatches the watch.
Fiction book (1994)
Synonyms
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1.0
A small round band of metal worn on a finger or for fastening and hanging things
Idioms
Compounds
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3.1
A group of musicians who walk together and play instruments in parades or at sports events
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3.0
A large group of musicians that plays jazz or dance music with instruments like trumpets and saxophones
- Specialized
2
3.7
A machine with a long thin metal band with teeth that cuts wood or other materials
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4.4
A person who does many different jobs alone, for example handling tasks or playing several instruments
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3.5
A large group of musicians who play instruments like flutes, trumpets, and drums in concerts
- Specialized
1
8.1
A dark area in light after it passes through a material that absorbs some colors
- Specialized
A strong flexible strip tightened around a drum or shaft to slow its turning
A wild pigeon from western North America with a broad dark band on its tail
A black band worn on the arm, hat, or uniform to show you are sad for someone who died
A strip of material worn around the wrist for decoration, identification, or to absorb sweat
- Specialized
A band worn on the wrist that has sensors and wireless technology for health tracking, payments, or access
Surface Forms
Etymology
Band for a bird's leg is a small ring used to mark or hold the animal, and the word comes from an old word meaning 'to bind', so the band is literally a little loop put on the leg.