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Elastoplast

British  
/ ɪˈlæstəˌplɑːst /

noun

  1. a gauze surgical dressing backed by adhesive tape

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If gay men are going to have to self-diagnose and treat their own mental-health issues, lending a well-thumbed copy of The Velvet Rage might present the first Elastoplast to the problem.

From The Guardian • Feb. 20, 2011

It originally specialised in cod liver oil but soon moved into medical dressings and developed Elastoplast in 1928.

From The Guardian • Jan. 16, 2011

The sale of Elastoplast to Beiersdorf a decade ago upset members of the Smith family, who have since sold their shareholdings.

From The Guardian • Jan. 16, 2011

When Morrissey sported Jack Duckworth-style prescription glasses mended with Elastoplast I went looking for a pair in the market.

From The Guardian • Sep. 3, 2010