Swab (Noun)
Meaning 1
Implement consisting of a small piece of cotton that is used to apply medication or cleanse a wound or obtain a specimen of a secretion.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor used a swab to apply antibiotic ointment to the cut on the patient's knee.
- A swab was inserted into the patient's nostril to collect a sample of nasal discharge for further testing.
- The nurse used a sterile swab to clean the wound before dressing it with a bandage.
- The medical researcher used a swab to collect a sample of saliva from the patient's mouth for DNA analysis.
- The healthcare worker used a swab to apply a topical anesthetic to the patient's skin before the procedure.
Related Words
Meaning 2
Cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.