ˈbanˌdō, -aan-, ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷ noun
( plural ban·deaux -ōz)
Etymology: French, diminutive of bande strip — more at band
1.
a. : a fillet or a wide band (as for the hair)
b. : a bandlike hat for women
2. : brassiere ; especially : a lightweight narrow one for a young figure