banded Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb bind or tie together, as with a band
   band.
   
2. verb attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
   band; ring.
   
   • ring birds
   • band the geese to observe their migratory patterns
3. adjective identified with a band especially around a leg
   
   • kept watch for the return of their banded birds
4. adjective satellite marked with bands or strips of contrasting color or texture
   
   • a banded rock
5. adjective satellite characterized by a band of especially white around the body
   
   • banded cattle

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