A bandage is a material used to cover a wound or injury, and can be made from a variety of materials. GAUZE is a thin, light fabric often used as a bandage, while TRUSS is a type of bandage that is used to support a weakened or injured body part. COMPRESS is a type of bandage that is applied with pressure to reduce swelling and pain. TAPE is an adhesive material used to secure a bandage in place. WRAP is a type of bandage that is used to cover a large area of the body. TIE is a type of bandage that is used to BIND two parts of the body together. SWADDLE is a type of bandage that is used to WRAP a baby tightly in order to keep them warm and secure. DRESS is a type of bandage that is used to cover a wound. PLASTER is a type of bandage that is used to protect a wound from infection. BIND is a type of bandage that is used to hold a DRESSING in place. SWATHE is a type of bandage that is used to cover a large area of the body. DRESSING is a type of bandage that is used to cover a wound. LIGATURE is a type of bandage that is used to TIE off a blood vessel. Ligate is a type of bandage that is used to TIE off a blood vessel.