Definition
a band: a group (of people, musicians, etc.)
a music band a group of people who play music
Luna plays in a polka band on the weekends. Luna plays an instrument with a group of polka musicians at weekends.
I was attacked by a band of teenagers. I was attacked by a group of teenagers.
a rock band: a group of musicians who play rock music
- "I'm in a band."
- "They love the band."
- "Coordinated the talents of band personnel (Jon, Randi and Gringo)."
- "$%@& band back together!"
- "Fans of the punk group "Down with the Duke" will finally get their wish when the band makes its highly anticipated comeback tomorrow night at the Free Trade Room in New York City."
- "As far as entertainment is concerned, the airlines have told me that they have an old video tape of Superman IV, and that the co-pilot used to play guitar in a rock band."
- "This Thursday, six hard rock bands will each be given 15 minutes to prove that they're the next big thing."
- "Horatio Oléré was recognized by a mountain goat, who immediately emailed our site, informing us that the millionaire shaman instigated a snowball fight with a band of peaceful Yetis."
Still unsure of the best way to use 'Band'? Improve your English thanks to our online English lessons. We offer a free test as well as a free level assessment!
What our users say:
Test your English with Gymglish today and get a free level assessment
Absolutely free - no strings attached.