Band-Aid
Americannoun
adjective
noun
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a gauze surgical dressing backed by adhesive tape
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informal (sometimes not capitals) somethinɡ that provides a temporary solution to a problem
Etymology
Origin of Band-Aid
1965–70 Band-Aid for defs. 2, 3
Example Sentences
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His first success came with jingles for brands like State Farm — “Like a Good Neighbor” is his handiwork — and Band-Aid.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
“This is a Band-Aid,” McCauley said, “but it’s a Band-Aid to a pretty significant bleed.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
That said, a cap would likely be a temporary Band-Aid for affordability concerns.
From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026
She brought the product over during one of their last visits — a Band-Aid solution that she devised because her client was having trouble bathing herself.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 25, 2025
Mom must’ve noticed the Band-Aid pressing, because she said, “You have an appointment with Dr. Singh tomorrow, don’t you?”
From "Turtles All the Way Down" by John Green
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