Band

/bænd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A group of musicians who play together.

The band performed a variety of songs at the concert.

A range of frequencies in a radio, television, or other communication system.

The radio station broadcasts on the FM band.

A strip of material, typically worn around something.

She wore a band around her wrist as a fashion accessory.

A loop or strip that holds a number of things together.

He used a rubber band to keep the papers organized.

verb

To form a band or to bind together.

They decided to band together to support the local charity.

Middle English 'bande', from Old French 'bande', from Latin 'bandum'

band together

To unite for a common purpose.

bandwagon

A trend or popular movement that others join.

band of brothers

A group of men having a strong bond or connection.

bandage

A strip of cloth or material used to bind a wound.

bandaid

A small adhesive bandage for minor cuts.

A group of close friends.

I'm hanging out with my band this weekend.

A term used in gaming to refer to a party of players.

Join my band for the raid!