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wadding
noun
: a soft mass or sheet of material used to fill a space, protect something, etc.
Full Definition of WADDING
1
: wads or material for making wads
2
: a soft mass or sheet of short loose fibers used for stuffing or padding
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wadding
noun wad·ding \ˈwäd-iŋ\
Medical Definition of WADDING
: a soft absorbent sheet of cotton, wool, or cellulose used especially in hospitals for surgical dressings
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