Word: ligature
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: lig
a
ture
Definition: A cord or similar thing used to tie something; especially the thread used in surgery to close a vessel or duct.
Morphemes:
Affix: ligature
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A cord or similar thing used to tie something; especially the thread used in surgery to close a vessel or duct.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ligātus
Language: la
Decoded: ligatus
PoS: Participle
Meaning: connected, tied, bound, having been connected.