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cotton wool

  1. raw cotton
  2. ☆ cotton batting

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cotton wool Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • soak: If your roots are greasy soak some cotton wool in witch hazel, cologne or skin tonic and rub all over scalp.

Adjective modifier

  • damp: You can wipe their ears out with damp cotton wool.

Modifies a noun

  • bud: By using cotton wool buds you may actually increase the amount of wax your ears produce.
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