Definitions

1. noun

a long, thin, flexible strip of wood, plastic, or metal used to support or immobilize a broken or injured part of the body, especially a limb

“She put a splint on the broken arm to keep it stable.”

2. verb

to support or hold something in place, especially a broken or injured part of the body

“He splinted the leg to prevent further injury.”

3. verb

to provide temporary support or help with something

“The company splinted the struggling startup with a large investment.”