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Definitions for: Gauze [n] a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave
[n] (medical) bleached cotton cloth of plain weave used for bandages and dressings
Webster (1913) Definition: Gauze, n. [F. gaze; so called because it was first
introduced from Gaza, a city of Palestine.]
A very thin, slight, transparent stuff, generally of silk;
also, any fabric resembling silk gauze; as, wire gauze;
cotton gauze.
Gauze dresser, one employed in stiffening gauze.
Gauze, a.
Having the qualities of gauze; thin; light; as, gauze merino
underclothing.
Synonyms: gauze bandage, netting, veiling
See Also: bandage, cheesecloth, cotton, cotton cloth, gossamer, mesh, net, petrolatum gauze, surgical dressing
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