English Dictionary

Definition of “Band-Aid”

Band-Aid (ˈbændˌeɪd)

® a gauze surgical dressing backed by adhesive tape
sometimes not capitals (informal) somethinɡ that provides a temporary solution to a problem

Breaking up is like removing a Band-Aid : Rip it off fast and it'll hurt less.

Maxim (2005)

Even the terminology ` Band-Aid sterilization "serves to diminish the import and the possible serious consequences of the procedure.

Hufnagel, Dr Vicki & Golant, Susan K No More Hysterectomies

Heaven forbid any encouragement to finding solutions to this problem that is not a Band-Aid.

The Australian (2005)

Her slacks were good wool, well worn, with the knee torn out of one leg, and he got a peek at a large flesh-coloured Band-Aid.

Wood, Bari Doll's Eyes

In the Leafs ' case, there is never a master plan, just a Band-Aid approach.

Toronto Sun (2003)

It ended in the driveway, with her on her knees in the gravel (which explained the torn slacks and Band-Aid ).

Wood, Bari Doll's Eyes

She recalled how she had put a Band-Aid on a red sore emerging on her finger.

Times, Sunday Times (2001)

This time Johnson & Johnson, maker of Band-Aid , is in the frame.

Times, Sunday Times (2002)

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