Gauze

usgb/ɡɔːz/
noun

A very thin, light cloth, usually used for making curtains or for dressing wounds.

The nurse cleaned the wound and then wrapped it in gauze.
Visual representation of "gauze" - A very thin, light cloth, usually used for making curtains or for dressing wounds.

Often appears as...

  • gauze bandage
  • gauze dressings
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Medical Context

Gauze is commonly used in medical settings for wound care and bandaging.

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Please hand me a piece of sterile gauze for the patient's cut.
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Light Fabric

Although used in medicine, gauze is also a type of fabric that's light and see-through.

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She bought gauze to make a breezy summer dress.
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Not Always Sterile

Not all gauze is sterile, so it's important to specify when needed, especially for wounds.

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This gauze is non-sterile and meant for wrapping, not direct wound contact.
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