ribbon

/ˈrɪbən/

Definitions

1. noun

a long, thin, flexible piece of material, typically of silk, cotton, or plastic, used as a decorative item or to hold things together

“The bride wore a beautiful satin ribbon in her hair.”

2. noun

a narrow strip of land connecting two larger areas of land, typically in a river or sea

“The island is connected to the mainland by a narrow ribbon of land.”

3. verb

to bind or fasten something with a ribbon

“She ribboned the gift with a colorful satin ribbon.”

4. verb

to move or flow in a winding course, like a ribbon

“The river ribbons through the valley.”

5. verb

to decorate or embellish something with a ribbon

“She ribboned the Christmas tree with garlands and ornaments.”

Synonyms

  • band
  • streamer
  • strip

Antonyms

  • gash
  • tear