All Definitions for Band
Below are all the dictionary definitions of band:
1A strip of material used for strengthening or coupling.
2A strip of material wrapped around things to hold them together.
3A narrow strip of cloth or other material on clothing, to bind, strengthen, or ornament it.
4A strip along the spine of a book where the pages are attached.
5A belt or strap that is part of a machine.
6A long strip of material, color, etc, that is different from the surrounding area.
7A strip of decoration.
8A continuous tablet, stripe, or series of ornaments, as of carved foliage, of colour, or of brickwork.
9In Gothic architecture, the moulding, or suite of mouldings, which encircles the pillars and small shafts.
10That which serves as the means of union or connection between persons
11A tie.
12A linen collar or ruff worn in the 16th and 17th centuries.
13Two strips of linen hanging from the neck in front as part of a clerical, legal, or academic dress.
14A part of the electromagnetic spectrum.
15A group of energy levels in a solid state material.
16A ring, such as a wedding ring (wedding band), or a ring put on a bird's leg to identify it.
17Any distinguishing line formed by chromatography, electrophoresis etc
18A wad of money totaling $1K, held together by a band
19(by extension) $1000, a grand
20(by extension) money
21A designated range of radio frequencies used for wireless communication.
22To fasten with a band.
23To fasten an identifying band around the leg of (a bird).
24A group of musicians who perform together as an ensemble
25Sometimes, such a group working for a professional recording artist.
26A type of orchestra originally playing janissary music
27An instance of this type.
28A group of people loosely united for a common purpose, such as a band of thieves.
29A small group of people living in a simple society, contrasted with tribes, chiefdoms, and nations.
30To group together for a common purpose
31To confederate.
32To group (students) together by perceived ability
33To stream.
34A bond.
35Pledge
36Security.
37A surname from German.
38Ellipsis of marching band. [A group of instrumental musicians who generally perform outdoors, and who often incorporate movement, usually some type of marching, with their musical performance.]
39Ellipsis of band government [(Canada) The basic unit of government for those peoples subject to the Indian Act.]
40Ellipsis of band cell. [A cell undergoing granulopoiesis, derived from a metamyelocyte, and leading to a mature granulocyte
41It is characterized by having a nucleus that is curved but not lobar.]
42Obsolete form of bandy. [(transitive) To give and receive reciprocally
43To exchange.]
About synonyms for band
Finding the right synonym for band helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A strip of material used for strengthening or coupling.", band has 5 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Stripe is the most direct replacement in most situations. Banding works well in formal or professional contexts. Ring is often preferred when the context calls for a more specific or nuanced expression.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for band, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.