Ligature and Thread

Ligature

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

Thread and ligature are semantically related In some cases you can use "Thread" instead a noun "Ligature".

Nearby Word: ligatured

Thread

Thread noun - A thin, flexible structure that resembles a hair.
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Synonyms for Thread

Ligature and thread are semantically related in fiber topic. Sometimes you can use "Ligature" instead a noun "Thread".

Nearby Words: threaded, thready, threader, threading
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