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ligament

noun

/ˈlɪɡ.əmənt/

Meaning

A tough band of tissue that connects bones at a joint.

He tore a ligament in his knee while playing football.

tendon, tissue, cartilage, band

bone, muscle

knee ligament, torn ligament, ligament injury, ligament repair

A monarch or ruler, especially one with absolute power.

The process of becoming sensitive to a substance, situation, or influence.

the act of removing something, especially by pulling it out

a feeling of sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done

a style or category of art, music, or literature

A badge or symbol that shows rank, position, or membership.