tourniquet
Translation
tourniquet
Examples
The paramedic applied a tourniquet to the wound.
The paramedic applied a tourniquet to the wound.
A tourniquet can stop severe bleeding.
A tourniquet can stop severe bleeding.
Grammar Patterns
to apply a tourniquet ((to sth.)) to use a device to stop bleeding on a limb The medic applied a tourniquet to his arm.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bandage, compression band
Etymology
From French 'tourniquet', diminutive of 'tourner' (to turn). It refers to a device that is turned to tighten a band.
Memory Tips
Remember it as a device you 'turn' to stop bleeding. The '-quet' ending can suggest a small device.