bands

Definition

Money, specifically referring to stacks of bills held together with rubber bands; typically used to denote large amounts of cash.

Example Usage

He pulled out bands of cash to show off his recent winnings.

Origin

From the literal rubber bands used to bundle paper currency together.

Fun Fact

The term is closely associated with trap music and hip-hop culture, where it's used as a measure of wealth and success.

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