No. 385 in Greek
γάζα
The Greek word "γάζα" means "gauze."
In a sentence
Χρησιμοποίησε τη γάζα για να καλύψεις την πληγή.
Use the gauze to cover the wound.
The word 'γάζα' is utilized here to refer to medical gauze, a lightweight fabric used for wrapping wounds.
Τα παράθυρα ήταν καλυμμένα με μια λεπτή γάζα για να εμποδίσουν τα κουνούπια.
The windows were covered with a thin gauze to prevent mosquitoes.
In this sentence, 'γάζα' represents a thin textile material, often used as a protective layer.
Η ζωγραφιά είχε μια λεπτή γάζα χρώματος που της έδινε μια ατμοσφαιρική αίσθηση.
The painting had a thin gauze of color that gave it an atmospheric feel.
Here, 'γάζα' is metaphorically used to describe a thin overlay, conveying a delicate or diffused effect.
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