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ligature
/ˈlɪɡətʃɚ/
noun
The act of tying or binding something.
A cord or similar thing used to tie something; especially the thread used in surgery to close a vessel or duct.
A thread or wire used to remove tumours, etc.
verb
To ligate; to tie.
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