Meaning of the word ligature in English
What does ligature mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ligature
US /ˈlɪɡ.ə.tʃɚ/
UK /ˈlɪɡ.ə.tʃər/
Noun
a thread or wire used for tying something, especially a blood vessel:
Example:
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Ligatures are used in surgery to stop the flow of a bleeding artery.