How to Pronounce "gauze"
word
/ˈɡɔz/
GAWZ
/ɡˈɔːz/
GAWZ
Definition
A thin, light, loosely woven fabric, often used for bandages or medical dressings to cover and protect wounds.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡɔz/
British English
/ɡˈɔːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAWZ
UK
GAWZ
Listen in Context
The nurse put a piece of gauze on the cut.
Can you hand me the gauze, please?
The doctor cleaned the wound and covered it with gauze.
Don’t forget to change the gauze every day to keep it clean.