ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Riband

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Riband is a noun meaning (heraldry) A narrow diminutive of the bend, thinner than a bendlet.

Meaning

(heraldry) A narrow diminutive of the bend, thinner than a bendlet.

More Meanings

  1. Archaic form of ribbon.

Example Sentences

Riband and fringe are often bought by the ounce.
There was every reason to spare the disclosure, for a new blue satin pelisse, a bonnet trimmed with ribands a mile high, and a fresh detachment of flowing curls, proclaimed the bridal attire.

Word Forms

Synonyms for riband

Depending on context, synonyms include ribband.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include ribband, bendlet, ribbon, bendy, garter, band.

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