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Bandage

BA-ndihj

/ˈbændɪdʒ/

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bandage

Dictionary meaning

A piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body.

Examples

  • The nurse bandaged a sprained ankle.
  • The boxer bandages their hands before the fight.

Synonyms: patch

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