Associations to the word «Ligament»

Wiktionary

LIGAMENT, noun. (anatomy) A band of strong tissue that connects bones to other bones
LIGAMENT, noun. (figuratively) That which binds or acts as a ligament

Dictionary definition

LIGAMENT, noun. A sheet or band of tough fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages or supporting muscles or organs.
LIGAMENT, noun. Any connection or unifying bond.

Wise words

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Nathaniel Hawthorne