bandeau
bandeau · bandeaux · bandeaus
A band for the hairA band for the hair.
/ˈbændəʊ/
Meaning
3 sensesA band for the hair.
She wore a bandeau in her hair.
A band.
A narrow, tight bra, especially when strapless; hence, any women's top made from a similar band of fabric.
More definitions
- an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
Borrowed from French bandeau, from Old French bandel, diminutive form of bande. Doublet ofBorrowed from French bandeau, from Old French bandel, diminutive form of bande. Doublet of bendel.
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plural: bandeaux / bandeausSynonyms
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3 related wordsLessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Plural nouns — Because its plural is irregular