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court plaster

American

noun

cotton or other fabric coated on one side with an adhesive preparation, as of isinglass and glycerin, used on the skin for medical and cosmetic purposes.

court plaster British

noun

a plaster, composed of isinglass on silk, formerly used to cover superficial wounds

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Etymology

Origin of court plaster

First recorded in 1765–75; so called because of former use in courtly circles for making beauty spots

Example Sentences

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Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark wore a court plaster on his forehead.

From Time Magazine Archive

"Flying Sam" told reporters when they arrived that he had skinned his nose, continued to go out skating with a small bit of court plaster over it.

From Time Magazine Archive

"No; I have just a patch of court plaster on each of three finger tips," returned Lulu, laughingly displaying them.

From Christmas with Grandma Elsie by Finley, Martha

Not a store was closed, 'n' Mr. Kimball was sellin' soda-water 't four cents a glass, with a small sheet o' court plaster throwed in at that.

From Susan Clegg and Her Friend Mrs. Lathrop by Warner, Anne

"Do you think this will be large enough, Hugh?" she asked, holding up a piece of black court plaster.

From Nedra by McCutcheon, George Barr

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