This kind of ribbon shows a special meaning or support for a cause. Different colors mean different things.
She wore a pink ribbon for breast cancer.
People wear ribbons to show their support.
Older machines like typewriters use a ribbon with ink on it. The ribbon moves to print letters on paper.
The typewriter ribbon needs to be replaced.
The printer uses a ribbon for printing text.
In electronics, a ribbon is a flat, narrow cable that connects parts. It can carry information or power.
The device has a ribbon cable inside it.
Ribbon connectors link the computer parts.
To ribbon means to put a ribbon on something, often to decorate or tie it. It is an action word (verb).
She ribboned the gift with a blue band.
They ribboned the boxes for the party.
In computer programs, a ribbon is the bar with buttons and tabs at the top of the screen. It helps users find tools quickly.
Click the Home ribbon to find tools.
The ribbon shows many computer commands.
