bandeau

Meaning

Noun

  • A band for the hair.
  • A band.
  • A narrow, tight bra, especially when strapless; hence, any women's top made from a similar band of fabric.

Origin

  • Borrowed from French bandeau, from Old French bandel, diminutive form of bande. Doublet of bendel.

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