ligament
US /ˈlɪɡ.ə.mənt/
UK /ˈlɪɡ.ə.mənt/
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ligament
a short band of tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue which connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
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He tore a ligament in his knee during the game.
Il s'est déchiré un ligament au genou pendant le match.
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Strong ligaments are essential for joint stability.
Des ligaments solides sont essentiels pour la stabilité articulaire.