compresa 469
compress . ( Of the lat. )( WaSP , compressed). 1. f. fine canvas or gauze, folded several times and often sterilized, is used to inhibit bleeding, cover wounds, apply heat, cold, or certain medications. 2. f. compresa hygienic. compress hygienic. 1. f. disposable strip of cellulose or other similar material that serves to absorb menstrual flow of women.