bandage
2 synonyms for bandage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A strip of material wrapped around a wound to protect or support it.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A strip of material wrapped around a wound to protect or support it.
“The nurse changed the bandage on his knee.”
2. verb
To wrap a wound in a protective strip of material.
“She bandaged the cut before it could get infected.”
How to use bandage
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
change a bandage
bandage a wound
Etymology
Borrowed from French bandage, itself formed from bande ("band, strip").
Full origin of bandage →Frequently asked questions
What does “bandage” mean?
The word “bandage” means a strip of material wrapped around a wound to protect or support it. In plain terms, a protective wrap for an injury, or the act of applying one.
How do you pronounce “bandage”?
“Bandage” is pronounced BAN-dihj (/ˈbæn.dɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bandage” in a sentence?
Here is “bandage” used in a sentence: “The nurse changed the bandage on his knee.”
What part of speech is “bandage”?
Depending on how it is used, “bandage” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “bandage” come from?
The word “bandage” comes from French. Borrowed from French bandage, itself formed from bande ("band, strip").
Is “bandage” a common word?
“Bandage” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “bandage” have?
“Bandage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strip of material wrapped around a wound to protect or support it.
