Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bandage
noun
/ˈbændɪdʒ/
Definition
A strip of material used to bind a wound or to support an injured body part.
Examples
- After the fall, she expertly applied a bandage to her scraped knee.
- The doctor instructed him to keep the bandage on for at least 24 hours.
- In first aid training, learning how to apply a bandage correctly is essential.
Meaning
A bandage is a flexible material that helps protect a wound or injury, providing support and promoting healing.
Synonyms
- dressing
- wrap
- gauze
- plaster
- compress
