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    sponge

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    (spŏnj)

    [Gr. sphongos, spongos, a sponge]

    1. An elastic, porous mass forming the internal skeleton of certain marine animals, or a rubber or synthetic substance that resembles a sponge in properties and appearance.
    SYN: SEE: spongia
    2. An absorbent pad made of gauze and cotton used to absorb fluids and blood in surgery or to dress wounds.
    CAUTION: If sponges are used in surgery, they must carry a radioopaque marker to facilitate their identification.

    3. Short term for sponge bath.
    4. To moisten, clean, cool, or wipe with a sponge.


    SPONGE Foam sponge, drapes, and suction wafer

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