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Cummerbund

noun
(Written also kummerbund, cummerband, etc)
1.
A broad pleated sash worn as formal dress with a tuxedo.






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"Cummerbund" Quotes from Famous Books



... bodice, girdle &c (circle) 247; stomacher; petticoat, panties; under waistcoat; jock [for men], athletic supporter, jockstrap. sweater, jersey; cardigan; turtleneck, pullover; sweater vest. neckerchief, neckcloth^; tie, ruff, collar, cravat, stock, handkerchief, scarf; bib, tucker; boa; cummerbund, rumal^, rabat^. shoe, pump, boot, slipper, sandal, galoche^, galoshes, patten, clog; sneakers, running shoes, hiking boots; high-low; Blucher boot, wellington boot, Hessian boot, jack boot, top boot; Balmoral^; ...
— Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases: Body • Roget

... down) I know 'em all! (reads) "Cummerbund and Co., Tailors." Oh lor! That's me! (drops the pack suddenly) I call it downright selfish of the doctor to go away and never think of me. (produces crumpled telegram from pocket) Oh, I forgot, this is for you! (hands ...
— Oh! Susannah! - A Farcical Comedy in Three Acts • Mark Ambient

... worse," said I. "I admit I could spare the diamond, but at least he's not wearing a cummerbund and ...
— Berry And Co. • Dornford Yates



Words linked to "Cummerbund" :   waistband, cincture, waistcloth, girdle, sash



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