bellyband

== English == === Alternative forms === belly band, belly-band === Etymology === From belly +‎ band. As a Japanese article of clothing, a calque of Japanese 腹巻き (haramaki). === Pronunciation === === Noun === bellyband (plural bellybands) (equestrianism) A strap around the belly of a horse or other draft animal used to secure a saddle or the shafts of a cart. (fashion, medicine) Various constrictive bands worn around the belly, particularly: A band worn by expectant mothers to constrict and support the fetus. A band worn by babies to protect the navel. A haramaki: a band of cloth worn around the abdomen to preserve stomach qi and boost circulation. (nautical) A band of canvas used to strengthen a sail. A type of dust jacket that covers only a portion of a book. ==== Translations ====