ribbons


rib·bon

R0229800 (rĭb′ən)n.1. A narrow strip or band of fabric, especially a fine fabric such as satin or velvet, finished at the edges and used for trimming, tying, or finishing.2. a. Something, such as a tape measure, that resembles a ribbon.b. A long thin strip: a ribbon of sand along the shore.3. ribbons Tattered or ragged strips: a dress torn to ribbons.4. An inked strip of cloth used for making an impression, as in a typewriter.5. a. A band of colored cloth signifying membership in an order or the award of a prize.b. A strip of colored cloth worn on the left breast of a uniform to indicate the award of a medal or decoration.6. ribbons Informal Reins for driving horses.7. See ledger board.tr.v. rib·boned, rib·bon·ing, rib·bons 1. To decorate or tie with ribbons.2. To tear into ribbons or shreds.
[Middle English ribban, riban, from Old French ruban, probably of Germanic origin; see bhendh- in Indo-European roots.]
rib′bon·y adj.

ribbons

(ˈrɪbənz) pl nragged strips or shreds