court plaster

noun

1. cotton or other fabric coated on one side with an adhesive preparation, as of isinglass and glycerin, used on the skin for medical and cosmetic purposes.

court plaster

noun

1. a plaster, composed of isinglass on silk, formerly used to cover superficial wounds

Word History and Origins

Origin of court plaster¹

First recorded in 1765–75; so called because of former use in courtly circles for making beauty spots

Word History and Origins

Origin of court plaster¹

C18: so called because formerly used by court ladies for beauty spots