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I . swab [swɒb] N MED

1. swab (pad):

swab

tampon m

swab

gaza f

2. swab (test sample):

swab

bris m

II . swab <-bb-> [swɒb] VB trans

1. swab MED (clean):

swab

brisati [perf obrisati]

swab

čistiti [perf očistiti]

2. swab also NAUT:

to swab the deck

Usage examples with swab

to swab the deck

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The first patents for the invention date from 1973, claimed as a new invention for face and nail cleaning and a substitute for cotton swabs. en.wikipedia.org

His painting style was distinguished by a broad painting, vivid colors, energetic separate swab. en.wikipedia.org

The brown residue deposited on swabs during cleaning of a tape machine's tape path is actually particles of magnetic coating shed from tapes. en.wikipedia.org

The swab is then streaked on a culture medium. en.wikipedia.org

Plating of swab samples requires time for the bacteria to proliferate, meaning it is unsuitable as an intrapartum test. en.wikipedia.org

The scraping is done with a spatula, cervical brush or swab. en.wikipedia.org

The use of cotton swab or melamine foam (eraser) as a support have also been suggested. en.wikipedia.org

Swabs were taken of the ignition keys, doors, fuel cans, scrub brushes sinks, and a red stain on the sink. en.wikipedia.org

The night before the ceremony, however, swabbing equipment broke down. en.wikipedia.org

Oral swabs are taken if culture is required. en.wikipedia.org

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