noun
A device used for stopping the flow of blood through a vein or artery, typically by compressing a limb with a cord or tight bandage
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The paramedic applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding from the deep cut.
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I had to use a tourniquet on my finger after I accidentally cut it with a knife.
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I wrapped a tourniquet around my arm to try and make my veins pop out before going to the gym.
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She felt like she needed a tourniquet to stop the emotional pain from overwhelming her.