ribbon

//ˈrɪbən//
A2Frequency Level 9Neutral
Visual representation of ribbon

Noun

ribbonSingular
ribbonsPlural
1

A long, narrow strip of fabric used for tying, decorating, or as an award.

She tied a red ribbon around the gift box.

2

A strip or band of material resembling a ribbon, such as a typewriter ribbon or a ribbon of road.

A ribbon of smoke rose from the chimney.

3

A small badge or piece of colored fabric worn to show support for a cause or as a military decoration.

She wore a pink ribbon to show support for breast cancer awareness.

Verb

1

To decorate or adorn with ribbons.

She ribboned the gift box with a beautiful red bow.

2

To cut or tear into ribbon-like strips.

The machine ribbons the paper into thin strips.