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ligament Definition and Meaning in English (ligament definition)

noun
Synonyms:band
Quick Answer • Definition

Ligament definition: A short band of tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.

Definitions of Ligament

  1. 1noun

    A short band of tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.

Example Sentences

“He tore a ligament in his knee during the football match.”

“Ligaments are crucial for joint stability and movement.”

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Inflected Word Forms

adjectiveligamentous

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

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A ligament that has been stretched or ripped due to injury.

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Ligament definition: A short band of tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
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'Ligament' translates to 'ligament' in English. Ligament definition: A short band of tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
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