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sweatband

Syllabification: (sweat·band)
Pronunciation: /ˈswetˌband/
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Definition of sweatband

noun

  • a band of absorbent material worn around the head or wrist to soak up sweat, especially by participants in sports.
  • a band of absorbent material lining a hat.

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