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band

/bænd/
Meanings
  • noun

    A group of musicians playing rock, pop, or jazz music together.

    - "The band played for hours at the music festival."
    - "My favorite band is known for their energetic live performances."
  • noun

    A group of people organized for a common purpose.

    - "The band of volunteers helped clean up the park."
    - "The band of thieves was caught by the police."
Pronunciation
  1. /bænd/



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Synonyms

bandage , dress , fasten , fetter , make fast , restrain , tie , indenture , obligate , restrain , restrict
Rhymes
Words rhyming with band
hand , command , sand , grand
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. bandage (en) : A strip of material used to bind or support an injured part of the body.

  2. bandit (en) : A robber or hijacker, especially one who operates as part of a gang.

Variants
List of all variants of band that leads to same result
band , bands , bellyband , banded , bander , banders , banding , Band-Aid , band-pass filter , band-pass filters , band saw , band saws , band-saw , band-sawed , band-sawing , band-sawn , band-saws , bandsaw , bandsawed , bandsawing , bandsawn , bandsaws , band shell , band shells , band together , banded together , banding together , bands together , absorption band , absorption bands
Etymology
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The word 'band' comes from the Old English word 'bindan', meaning 'to bind'. It referred to a group of people or things bound together by a common purpose or connection.

Trivia
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  1. The Beatles were one of the most successful bands in history, selling over 600 million records worldwide.

  2. The term 'jam band' refers to a type of band that improvises extensively during live performances.

Related Concepts
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  1. Orchestra: An orchestra is a large musical ensemble that typically consists of sections of string, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

  2. Quartet: A quartet is a musical ensemble consisting of four performers, usually playing strings, woodwinds, brass, or voices.

Culture
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Bands have been a significant part of music history and culture since the early 20th century. They have been the driving force behind some of the most iconic music genres, such as rock, pop, jazz, and blues. Bands have also been featured prominently in literature, art, and film, often representing unity, creativity, and rebellion.

How to Memorize "band"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a group of musicians playing their instruments together.
    - Imagine a group of people working together towards a common goal.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'band' with 'music'.
    - Think of a group of people working together.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Big Andes Hike Every Day' to remember the word 'band' in music.
    - Think of the acronym 'Brought All Necessary Dedication' to remember the word 'band' in the context of a group of people.

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