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tourniquet Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A tightly tied device, bandage, or strap applied to a limb to compress an artery or vein, used to stop severe bleeding or restrict blood flow in medical emergencies.
Usage Example
"The paramedic quickly applied a ligature to the victim's leg to prevent further blood loss before reaching the hospital."
Strong
ligature
Weak
compress
band
• verb (Context 2)
To apply a tourniquet to a limb or blood vessel in order to restrict blood flow and stop severe bleeding.
Usage Example
"The rescue team had to staunch the injured hiker's arm while awaiting helicopter evacuation."
Weak
staunch
constrict
bind
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Tourniquet. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/tourniquet