Meaning
A long, narrow strip of material used for decoration of clothing or the hair or gift wrapping.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English riban, ryban, ryband, from Old French riban, ruban ( > modern French ruban), of uncertain origin. Likely from a Germanic compound whose second element is cognate with English band. Compare Middle Dutch ringhband (“necklace”, literally “ring-band”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles: