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cotton wool in French

cotton wool in French is ouate, coton hydrophile, ouater.

cotton wool in French

ouate

noun

(UK) Soft, absorbent cotton for medical or cosmetic use, protective padding, etc.

coton hydrophile

noun

(UK) Soft, absorbent cotton for medical or cosmetic use, protective padding, etc.

ouater

verb

(transitive) To cover with, or in, cotton wool.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "cotton wool" in French?

"cotton wool" in French is ouate, coton hydrophile, ouater.

Are there other ways to say "cotton wool" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "cotton wool": ouate, coton hydrophile, ouater.

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