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dressing

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of dressing

1 a medicated covering used to heal an injury

  • nurses put a dressing over his cuts so they wouldnʼt 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

gravy, sauce
Words Related to dressing

condiment, relish, seasoning

fixing(s), garnish, topping

dip, marinade

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