muffetee

muffetee

A nurse wraps a muffetee around a patient's wrist.

Definition

Noun (countable): A muffetee is a type of wristband or cuff, historically used for warmth or as a medical support, often made of wool or knitted fabric.

Usage Examples
  • (A wristband for warmth.)
  • (A medical wrist support.)
  • (A historical wrist garment.)
Advanced Usage
  • "muffetee" in historical context: The term appears in 19th-century fashion and medical texts, referring to a knitted or fabric wristlet.
    • The tailor crafted a muffetee with intricate patterns for the gentleman. (A decorative wristband.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Muff (n): a tubular covering for the hands, often made of fur or wool.
    • She placed her hands in a fur muff to keep them warm. (A hand warmer, related by function.)
  • Wristlet (n): a small band worn around the wrist, similar to a muffetee.
    • He wore a leather wristlet as a fashion statement. (A wristband.)
Synonyms
  • Wristband: a band worn around the wrist.
  • Cuff: the end part of a sleeve, or a separate band worn at the wrist.
  • Wrist warmer: a garment that covers the wrist for warmth.
Related Idioms