■ noun
1》 a long, narrow strip of fabric, used for tying something or for decoration.
↘a ~ of a special colour or design awarded as a prize or worn to indicate the holding of an honour.
2》 a long, narrow strip.
3》 a narrow band of impregnated material forming the inking agent in some typewriters and computer printers.
■ verb extend or move in a long, narrow strip.
Phrases
cut (or tear ) something to ~s damage something severely.
Derivatives
~ed adjective
Origin
C16: var. of riband .