cestus

noun

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as in bandoleer

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  1. bandolier
  2. obi
  3. ribbon
Noun
  • Baker recreated the Lenape bandolier bag to help revitalize one of his community’s art forms.
    Debra Utacia Krol, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Advertisement Members of the former are alleged to sport tattoos of a skull with Nazi imagery and an AK-47, while members of the latter are allegedly known for their matching tattoos of a skeleton outfitted with a sombrero, bandolier and pistol.
    Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of bandolier
Noun
  • Now, with two years under its obi, Lin is ready to celebrate Orlando-style with a series of chef collaborations this week.
    Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 30 July 2024
  • Peter Pennoyer and Katie Ridder experimented with colors and patterns in this Manhattan triplex, starting with the bed frame in the primary bedroom, which mixes Holland & Sherry textiles with vintage Japanese obi.
    Kelsey Mulvey, ELLE Decor, 6 Dec. 2022
Definition of obi
Noun
  • Wide silk chiffon ribbon has enough body to hold a bow nicely.
    Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Per its tradition, the Honors celebration began the previous evening with a private dinner for recipients and colleagues at the U.S. State Department, where honorees receive their signature ribbons amid praise from colleagues.
    Paul Harris, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of ribbon
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