Bandaging: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฉน
bandaging
[ หbรฆndษชdสษชล ]
medical procedure
Bandaging refers to the act of applying a fabric or material to a wound or injury primarily to protect it, control bleeding, and promote healing. It is a crucial step in first aid and medical treatments, often involving techniques to secure dressings in place. Proper bandaging techniques can prevent complications and enhance recovery. This practice is employed in various settings, from home care to medical facilities, highlighting its importance in injury management.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The nurse demonstrated the correct bandaging technique.
- He applied bandaging to the athlete's sprained ankle.
- The doctor gave instructions for at-home bandaging.
- She learned the importance of bandaging in first aid classes.
Translations
Translations of the word "bandaging" in other languages:
๐ต๐น bandagem
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเคจเฅเคงเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Verbandage
๐ฎ๐ฉ perban
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะพะฒ'ัะทะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ opatrunek
๐ฏ๐ต ๅ ๅธฏ
๐ซ๐ท bandage
๐ช๐ธ vendaje
๐น๐ท bandaj
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ถ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุถู ุงุฏุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ obvaz
๐ธ๐ฐ obvรคz
๐จ๐ณ ็ปทๅธฆ
๐ธ๐ฎ bandลพa
๐ฎ๐ธ sรกr
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะฐะฝะดะฐะถ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bandaj
๐ฒ๐ฝ vendaje
Etymology
The word 'bandaging' is derived from the noun 'bandage', which comes from the Middle French term 'bandage', meaning 'to bind'. This term is further traced back to the Old French โbanderโ, which means 'to bind' or 'to fasten'. The roots can be linked to the Latin word 'bandum', meaning 'strip' or 'ribbon'. The practice of bandaging has been used for centuries, with historical records indicating that various civilizations, including the Egyptians and Greeks, employed bandages made from linen, animal hides, and other materials to treat injuries. Over time, the materials and methods have evolved but the fundamental purpose of bandaging remains the same: to protect wounds and aid in healing.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,209 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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