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n. [ Prov. E., a small plug. ] 1. A small plug. [ Prov. End. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

2. (Naut.) A string of oakum used in calking. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. (Med.) A compress, or small flat tent of lint, laid over a wound, ulcer, or the like, to exclude air, retain dressings, or absorb the matter discharged. [ 1913 Webster ]