Connective tissue and Ligament

Connective tissue noun - Tissue of mesodermal origin consisting of e.g. collagen fibroblasts and fatty cells; supports organs and fills spaces between them and forms tendons and ligaments.

Ligament and connective tissue are semantically related in cord topic. In some cases you can use "Ligament" instead a noun phrase "Connective tissue".

Ligament noun - A sheet or band of tough fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages or supporting muscles or organs.

Connective tissue and ligament are semantically related in cord topic. You can use "Connective tissue" instead a noun "Ligament".