Plaastri

Plaastri is a term that can refer to several things, most commonly a type of adhesive bandage or plaster used for covering wounds. In a medical context, a plaastri is a flexible material, often fabric or plastic, coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive on one side and a sterile absorbent pad on the other. This pad is placed directly over a cut, scrape, or other minor injury, and the adhesive edges secure it in place to protect the wound from dirt and infection. Plaastri come in various sizes and shapes to suit different body parts and wound types.

Beyond its medical application, "plaastri" can also be used more broadly to describe any thin, flexible material applied to a surface, especially for decorative or protective purposes. For example, wallpaper is sometimes referred to as a type of plaastri. In some regions, the term might also colloquially refer to a patch or a small piece of something attached to a larger object. The etymology of the word often traces back to Latin words related to spreading or applying. Its usage can vary depending on geographical location and specific context.