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How do you spell Gauze?

Correct spelling

gauze

Think of Gaza where gauze was made - 'au' like in 'because'

Why is gauze spelled this way?

Origin debated — possibly from Gaza, Palestine, where the fabric was made. A thin medical fabric. The 'au' vowel pair and silent e are the challenges.

Common misspellings of gauze

gausegawsgozegaze

Example

The nurse wrapped the wound carefully with sterile gauze.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell gauze?+
The correct spelling is "gauze". Think of Gaza where gauze was made - 'au' like in 'because'
Is it gause or gauze?+
The correct spelling is "gauze", not "gause".

Other commonly misspelled words

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