gauze
UK: ɡɔːz | US: ɡɔːz
n. a thin, translucent fabric with a loose open weave, often used for medical dressings or curtains.
n. a similar lightweight material, such as wire mesh.
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The word "gauze" originates from the early 16th century, borrowed from French gaze, which likely derived from Gaza, the name of a city in Palestine. Gaza was historically a center for textile production, particularly fine fabrics. Over time, the term evolved to specifically denote the lightweight, open-weave fabric we recognize today. The spelling "gauze" was standardized in English, retaining its association with delicate, semi-transparent materials.
The nurse applied sterile gauze to the wound.
She draped the windows with thin gauze to diffuse the sunlight.
The beekeeper wore a hat covered with wire gauze for protection.
The costume designer used layers of gauze to create an ethereal effect.
The artist stretched gauze over the frame to prepare for painting.