Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pledget

noun

ˈplɛdʒɪt

Definition

A small absorbent pad used in medical or surgical applications.

Examples

The doctor applied a pledget to the patient’s wound to control the bleeding.
To prepare for the procedure, the nurse placed a pledget soaked in antiseptic on the site of incision.

Meaning

In medical terminology, a pledget is generally a piece of gauze or cotton that is used to absorb blood or other fluids, often applied to a wound or used in a medical procedure.