hatband

noun
UK /ˈhæt.bænd/
US /ˈhæt.bænd/

A hatband is a strip of material that goes around the bottom of a hat.

He tied a leather hatband around his cowboy hat.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A decorative band worn around the base of a crown or hat as an ornament.

The hatband was studded with small silver beads.

3. A band inside a hat that fits against the head to keep it in place.

The sweat-soaked hatband made the hat uncomfortable.

4. A band used to hold a hat on, such as a chin strap.

She fastened the hatband under her chin on the windy day.