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banding.

A pattern of band-like markings.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈbændɪŋ/
  1. A pattern of band-like markings.

    countable · uncountable
    You can recognize this species of bird by the banding on the wing.
  2. A technique used in the study of wild birds, by attaching a small, individually numbered, metal or plastic tag to their legs or wings.

    countable · uncountable
  3. A division into bands or brackets.

    countable · uncountable
    property tax banding
  4. The formation of a band or brigade.

    countable · uncountable
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English band Proto-Germanic *-ungō Old English -ung Middle English -ynge English -ing English banding From band + -ing.

verb/ˈbændɪŋ/
  1. present participle and gerund of band

    form-of · gerund · participle · present
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English band Proto-Germanic *-ungō Old English -ung Middle English -ynge English -ing English banding From band + -ing.

noun/ˈbændɪŋ/
  1. Obsolete form of bandying.

    alt-of · obsolete
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English band Proto-Germanic *-ungō Old English -ung Middle English -ynge English -ing English banding From band + -ing.

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