Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sticking-plaster
Noun
/ˈstɪk.ɪŋ ˈplæstər/
Definition
A piece of adhesive tape or bandage that is used to cover cuts or wounds.
Examples
- She used a sticking plaster to cover the scrape on her knee.
- The first-aid kit included several sizes of sticking plaster for emergency treatment.
- After he cut his finger, he quickly reached for a sticking plaster from the drawer.
Meaning
Sticking plaster is a type of bandage that adheres to the skin and helps protect a wound from infection while promoting healing.
Synonyms
- adhesive bandage
- band-aid
- plaster
