diaper insert

English

Etymology

From diaper +‎ insert.

Noun

diaper insert (plural diaper inserts)

1. An item inserted into a diaper to increase absorbency.

   Synonyms: diaper stuffing, nappy insert

   • 2005 November 30, M. Akalim, “Novel Approach to Breathable Nonwoven Hygienic Products”, in J. F. Kennedy, M. Miraftab, S. Rajendran, Subhash C. Anand, editor, Medical Textiles and Biomaterials for Healthcare, Elsevier Science, →ISBN, page 201:

     In Europe, tissue-based disposable diaper inserts were first available in Sweden in the late 1930s and followed by products using defibered wood pulp in the 1950s.

   • 2012 December 31, DB Barr, B Buckley, “Collection and Preparation of Human Biological Specimens for Contaminant Analysis”, in Heather Lord, Janusz Pawliszyn, Josep M. Bayona, X. Chris Le, editor, Comprehensive Sampling and Sample Preparation: Analytical Techniques for Scientists, Elsevier Science, →ISBN, page 376:

     Collection of urine specimens from young children can also be problematic. Several methods have been evaluated which include using urine collection bags, a cotton diaper insert, or directly expressing the urine from the gel polymers designed to collect urine in disposable diapers.

Coordinate terms

• booster pad