Swab
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British pronunciation/swˈɒb/
American pronunciation/ˈswɑb/

Definice a Význam "swab"

01

tampon, vatová tyčinka

a small, soft material used by a doctor, nurse, etc. for applying medication, cleansing a wound, or taking samples from someone’s body
swab definition and meaning

What is a "swab"?

A swab is a small, soft piece of material typically made of cotton or another absorbent material attached to a stick or handle for easy handling. They are commonly used in medical settings to apply medications, collect samples from the body, or clean wounds. Swabs are essential tools for maintaining hygiene and diagnosing patients effectively in medical settings.

02

mop, utěrka

a mop or cleaning tool with a long handle and absorbent material on the end, used for cleaning floors
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He grabbed the swab to clean up the spill in the kitchen.
Vzala si mop na uklizení rozlití v kuchyni.
The janitor used a swab to ensure the hallway was spotless.
Údržbář použil mop, utěrku, aby zajistil, že chodba je bez skvrn.
03

vatová tyčinka, tampon

an act of cleansing a wound or taking samples from someone's body using a swab
to swab
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umyvat mopem, otřít mopem

wash with a swab or a mop
02

nanést, otřít

apply (usually a liquid) to a surface
03

ošetřit, otřít

to clean, apply medication to, or remove liquid from a wound using a swab
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The nurse will swab the wound with antiseptic to prevent infection.
Zdravotní sestra ránu ošetří antiseptikem, aby se předešlo infekci.
He asked the nurse to swab the injured area before bandaging it.
Požádal sestru, aby ošetřila poraněnou oblast před tím, než ji obváže.
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