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dressing

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1 a medicated covering used to heal an injury

nurses put a dressing over his cuts so they wouldn't get infected

Synonyms of dressing

cataplasm, plaster, poultice

Words Related to dressing

balm, cream, embrocation, liniment, lotion, ointment, salve, unguent

2 a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish

tangy salad dressing that wasn't overloaded with corn syrup

Synonyms of dressing

Words Related to dressing

condiment, relish, seasoning

fixing(s), garnish, topping

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