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Definition of diaper
1 : a fabric with a distinctive pattern:a : a rich silk fabricb : a soft usually white linen or cotton fabric used for tablecloths or towels
2 : an allover pattern consisting of one or more small repeated units of design (such as geometric figures) connecting with one another or growing out of one another with continuously flowing or straight lines
3 : a basic garment for infants consisting of a folded cloth or other absorbent material drawn up between the legs and fastened about the waist; also : a similar garment especially for incontinent adults
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Recent Examples of diaper from the Web
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Items typically carried in diaper or baby bags must be carried in a clear bag that meets the standards of the bag policy.
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Peyton Rindahl has brown eyes and was last seen wearing a pink halter top and diaper.
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The department asked that children wear swim diapers to avoid potentially leaking waste into the water.
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Mainland companies have carved a niche in the production of consumer products, led by Hengan International Group Co., which makes diapers and wipes, and Want Want China Holdings Ltd., maker of snack food and packaging materials.
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There will also be diaper derbies, raffles, goodie bags, music, catered food and drinks, and free massages.
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During phototherapy, babies only wear a diaper and soft goggles or patches to protect their eyes.
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Within weeks he was placed in diapers and having up to 40 bloody and watery bowel movements a day.
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The people of Gander opened their homes to the visitors and got to work cooking, baking, providing diapers, medicine and fresh clothes and tending the 19 animals in cargo.
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Origin and Etymology of diaper
Middle English diapre, from Anglo-French diaspre, from Medieval Latin diasprum
diaper
Definition of diaper
diapered
;diapering
play \-p(ə-)riŋ\transitive verb
1 : to ornament with diaper designs
2 : to put on or change the diaper of (an infant)
Recent Examples of diaper from the Web
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The sophomores, juniors and seniors clothed, diapered, fed and played with the children.
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First Known Use of diaper
14th century
DIAPER Defined for English Language Learners
diaper
playDefinition of diaper for English Language Learners
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: a piece of cloth or other material that is placed between a baby's legs and fastened around the waist to hold body waste
diaper
Definition of diaper for English Language Learners
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: to put a diaper on (someone)
DIAPER Defined for Kids
diaper
playDefinition of diaper for Students
: a piece of absorbent material for a baby worn pulled up between the legs and fastened around the waist
Medical Dictionary
diaper
Medical Definition of diaper
diapered
;diapering
\-p(ə-)riŋ\play: to put on or change the diaper of (an infant)
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