ligature

noun

ˈli-gə-ˌchu̇r How to pronounce ligature (audio)
Definition of ligaturenext
1
as in chain
something that physically prevents free movement the surgeon tied a ligature around the tube to keep it in place

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2
as in bond
a uniting or binding force or influence a common language is often the ligature that unites the people of a nation

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ligature
  1. chain
  2. bond
  3. bracelet
  4. link
  5. bind
  6. cord
  7. tie
Noun
  • The local chain, which Dick Portillo founded in 1963, offers solid versions of local favorites, including hot dogs, Italian beef, and a Maxwell Street Polish.
    — Amy Cavanaugh, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Processing 'monopoly' But the push is facing growing resistance as host governments demand more local processing, a stage China dominates and has turned into a key supply-chain chokepoint.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of chain
Noun
  • The proposition would allow local governments to create economic development districts with the ability to issue bonds, make loans, and award grants of public money.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The variable part of I bond interest resets every six months, based on the consumer price index.
    — Kate Dore, CFP®, EA, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of bond
Noun
  • Posey accessorized her look with statement jewelry pieces, including rings, bracelet and earrings by David Webb.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Decades later, in September 2023, the bracelet made headlines again, when it was auctioned by Julien’s Auctions.
    — Filippo Iarocci, Vanity Fair, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of bracelet
Noun
  • The system targets operations in environments where GPS signals or communications links become unreliable.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Van Daalen said other independent coffee shops in the area congratulated Tapestry and even helped share the voting link, despite being competitors.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of link
Noun
  • For the uninitiated, glycation—which can be UV-induced—occurs when excess sugars in the skin bind to its structural proteins.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
  • More recently, in 2023, Belarusian embassies abroad stopped extending or renewing passports entirely, putting dissidents who fled the country in a similar bind to those from Myanmar.
    — Andrew Nachemson, The Dial, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of bind
Noun
  • Inspect the cords on appliances such as toasters, blenders, coffee makers, and electric kettles periodically.
    — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The pair notices that others can’t make calls, either; a restaurant loses its checkout interface; and everyone is snaking cords around to keep devices charged for the moment when service returns.
    — Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of cord
Noun
  • Democratic men have been hard at work on their public image since the 2024 election, largely distancing themselves from the MAGA look and its too-large suits and extra-wide ties.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Chan — who immigrated to the city from Hong Kong at age 13 and has deep ties to its large Chinese and immigrant communities — was a community and legislative aide for years, including for then-Dist.
    — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of tie
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“Ligature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ligature. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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