band
Old Norsegroup, strip, binding
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From Old Norse band (binding, tie), related to bind. Carries a dual sense — physical binding (bandage, a strip that binds wounds) and group cohesion (band as a group bound together). Bondage extends the binding metaphor. Disband (to unbind a group) reverses the gathering. The root connects tying and togetherness.
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band
A group of musicians; a strip of material or color; to join together as a group
bandage
A strip of cloth for covering wounds; to wrap with such a strip
disband
To break up a group or organization; to disperse
bondage
Slavery or lack of freedom; physical restraint as a sexual practice
bandleader
The leader or conductor of a musical band
bandmaster
The conductor of a brass or military band
bands
Strips of material; groups of musicians; ranges of frequencies