(Usually in plural) either of two expandable bands worn (typically by men) around the upper arm over the shirtsleeve to keep the sleeve in place and enable its length to be adjusted.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in The Boston Globe.
Definition of sleeve garter in US English:
sleeve garter
noun
(Usually in plural) either of two expandable bands worn (typically by men) around the upper arm over the shirtsleeve to keep the sleeve in place and enable its length to be adjusted.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in The Boston Globe.