court plaster

noun

: an adhesive plaster especially of silk coated with isinglass and glycerin

Word History

Etymology

from its use for beauty spots by ladies at royal courts

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of court plaster was in 1772

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“Court plaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/court%20plaster. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.

Kids Definition

court plaster

noun
: an adhesive plaster especially of silk coated with isinglass and glycerin

Medical Definition

court plaster

noun
: an adhesive plaster especially of silk coated with isinglass and glycerin
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