Synonyms for cummerbund


Grammar : Noun
Spell : kuhm-er-buhnd
Phonetic Transcription : ˈkʌm ərˌbʌnd

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Définition of cummerbund

Origin :
  • 1610s, from Hindi kamarband "loin band," from Persian kamar "waist" + band "something that ties," from Avestan banda- "bond, fetter," from PIE root *bhendh- "to bind" (see bend (v.)).
  • As in belt : noun supporting band
  • As in sash : noun band
Example sentences :
  • Sir Cummerbund graciously remarked; "why, the bird is stiff and cold already!"
  • Extract from : « Baboo Jabberjee, B.A. » by F. Anstey
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