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v. t. [ imp. & p. p. Bandaged p. pr. & vb. n. Bandaging ] To bind, dress, or cover, with a bandage; as, to bandage the eyes. [ 1913 Webster ]

‖n. A fabric made in Manila from the older leaf sheaths of the abaca (Musa textilis). [ 1913 Webster ]

{ } n. [ Hind. bāndhnū a mode of dyeing in which the cloth is tied in different places so as to prevent the parts tied from receiving the dye. Cf. Band, n. ] 1. A species of silk or cotton handkerchief, having a uniformly dyed ground, usually of red or blue, with white or yellow figures of a circular, lozenge, or other simple form; -- it is often used as a neckerchief. The term is also used for any large and brightly colored handkerchief. [ 1913 Webster + WordNet 1.5 ]

2. Hence: Any scarf worn on the neck or head, usually of large size. [ PJC ]

3. A style of calico printing, in which white or bright spots are produced upon cloth previously dyed of a uniform red or dark color, by discharging portions of the color by chemical means, while the rest of the cloth is under pressure. Ure. [ 1913 Webster ]

prop. n. (Geography) The capital city of Brunei. Population (2000) = 52, 300. [ PJC ]

a. Capable of being husbanded, or managed with economy. Sherwood. [ 1913 Webster ]