"contour diaper" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: contour diapers [plural]
Etymology: So-called because the fabric is contoured around the wearer. Head templates: {{en-noun}} contour diaper (plural contour diapers)
  1. (Canada, US) A flat diaper which is already hourglass-shaped, rendering folding unnecessary. Tags: Canada, US Categories (topical): Clothing

Inflected forms

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