This week I had occasion to look up the spelling of the word cummerbund and came across a tidbit you may find interesting as you fasten one around your waist if you’re getting a tuxedo for New Year’s Eve or a formal holiday party.
First, I always thought it was cumBERband, but it’s cummerbund.
Second it comes from a Hindi word that has roots meaning a band that covers your loins: kamarband—kamar, which means “loins” and band, which means “band.” It’s a loin band!
Now you have embarrassing small talk to use if you can’t think of anything else to say at your holiday parties. You’re welcome.
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