NYT Dictionary

BANDEAU

/ˈbændəʊ/
NounBAN-deauban-deau · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2024

Meaning

A band for the hair.

Etymology

Origin: French

Borrowed from French bandeau, from Old French bandel, diminutive form of bande. Doublet of bendel.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

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