Ligature

['lɪgətʃə] or ['lɪɡətʃɚ]

Definition

(noun.) thread used by surgeons to bind a vessel (as to constrict the flow of blood).

(noun.) a metal band used to attach a reed to the mouthpiece of a clarinet or saxophone.

(noun.) character consisting of two or more letters combined into one.

(noun.) (music) a group of notes connected by a slur.

Edited by Gertrude--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) The act of binding.

(n.) Anything that binds; a band or bandage.

(n.) A thread or string for tying the blood vessels, particularly the arteries, to prevent hemorrhage.

(n.) A thread or wire used to remove tumors, etc.

(n.) The state of being bound or stiffened; stiffness; as, the ligature of a joint.

(n.) Impotence caused by magic or charms.

(n.) A curve or line connecting notes; a slur.

(n.) A double character, or a type consisting of two or more letters or characters united, as ae, /, /.

(v. t.) To ligate; to tie.

Typist: Patricia

Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Band, bandage, ligament, tie.

Inputed by Edgar