Ribbon (noun)

1. A long, narrow strip of fabric, used especially for tying things together or decorating something.
2. A similar strip of material used for printing, typing, or writing, especially in a typewriter or computer.

Origin:

Middle english riban, from old french ruban, from old high german roubōn, of uncertain origin.

Examples:

1. She tied a ribbon around the package.
2. The dancer twirled with ribbons in her hair.
3. He put a new ribbon in the typewriter.
4. The gift was wrapped with a blue ribbon.
5. She won first prize and was awarded a ribbon.