Dictionary (n.) An instrument for arresting hemorrhage. It consists essentially of a pad or compress upon which pressure is made by a band which is tightened by a screw or other means.Thesaurus Ace bandage Band-Aid adhesive tape application band bandage bandaging binder brace cast cataplasm compress cotton court plaster cravat dressing elastic bandage epithem four-tailed bandage gauze lint plaster plaster cast pledget poultice roller roller bandage rubber bandage sling splint sponge stupe tampon tape tent triangular bandage |