ribbon Synonyms
Another word for ribbon
• noun (Context 1)
A long, narrow strip of fabric (such as silk, satin, or velvet) used primarily for tying, binding, or decoration.
"She tied a bright red band around the birthday present before giving it to her sister."
• noun (Context 2)
A small loop or band of distinctive colored fabric worn to indicate support for a cause, or awarded as a prize in a competition.
"He proudly displayed the blue rosette he won at the county fair for his homemade pie."
• noun (Context 3)
A continuous narrow strip of a material other than fabric, such as the inked tape used in a typewriter or printer.
"The antique typewriter needed a new ink strip before it could be used again."
• verb (Context 4)
To adorn, tie, or bind with a ribbon or ribbons.
"The event planners ribboned the dining chairs in pale pink to match the wedding theme."
• verb (Context 5)
To tear or cut into long, narrow strips.
"The fierce winds ribboned the old sail until nothing but tatters remained."