Meaning of flat nappy | Babel Free

Definitions

Synonym of flat diaper (“a makeshift cloth diaper folded from a large piece of square or rectangular absorbent fabric, such as terry (coarse cotton), which is held in place by a diaper pin or other fastener”).

Commonwealth, Ireland, UK, uncommon

Examples

“They can be safely bleached, soaked, washed and dried for years. They need⟳ to be folded and pinned in place⟳ correctly to get⟳ the best fit and avoid⟳ leaks, and then are best covered with pilchers (soft overpants) or waterproof pants to protect⟳ outer clothing. Although this takes a bit of practice to get⟳ right, flat nappies can work⟳ well, and can be particularly useful at night for older babies.”

“Some flat nappies come⟳ with Y-shaped fasteners as well. Terry squares are old-school nappies that are basically cotton towels that are folded around your baby's bottom and fastened with a large safety pin or plastic grip.”

“There are also separate⟳ nappy and cover⟳ systems including flats (a traditional style of nappy), prefolds (a flat nappy with an absorbent panel in the center) and fitted (where the folding has been done for you). Adding a cover⟳ to each of these options makes them waterproof.”

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