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cotton swab

1 of 1noun
/ˈkɑtn̩ swɑb/
Forms:cotton swabs
1

a small stick with round pieces of cotton at each end used for hygienic or cosmetic purposes

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  • She used a cotton swab to apply ointment to her cut.
  • He dipped a cotton swab in nail polish remover to fix his manicure.
  • Cotton swabs are often included in first aid kits for various uses.
  • They used cotton swabs to clean delicate electronic components.