LIGAMENT Synonyms
There are 3 synonyms of the word
ligament.
(exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word ligament. (close relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word ligament. (close relations)
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Definition of LIGAMENT
Definition of LIGAMENT
Best Alternative Words for LIGAMENT
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sinew | nounn | |||||||
noun • a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment • possessing muscular strength | ||||||||
tendon | nounn | |||||||
noun • a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment | ||||||||
connective tissue | nounn | |||||||
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 |
Best Hypernyms For LIGAMENT
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
ligament, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (8)
anatomy
attachment
bond
bundle
organ
part
system
tissue
Phrases (1)
connective tissue