LIGATURES Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

ligatures

noun

plural of ligature

as in handcuffs

something that physically prevents free movement the surgeon tied a ligature around the tube to keep it in place

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as in links

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 ligatures Court records cited by the outlets state DNA recovered from ligatures used to bind Weaver was eventually linked through the FBI's Combined DNA Index System, or CODIS, to Gaff, who had previously been convicted in a separate rape case. — Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026

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Noun

But a DeKalb County officer recently had his firearm in one hand and handcuffs in the other while trying to arrest a teenager who was on the ground with his hands behind his back.

— Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 12 July 2026
The 18-year-old was sent to Adelanto ICE Detention Center in handcuffs, nearly 100 miles away from his worried family members.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Definition of handcuffs

Noun

When news broke that US Air Force engineer Jeffrey Sovern had been charged in connection to the destruction of 13 Flock devices, redditors flooded the post with praise, sharing links to his legal defense fund and encouraging others to donate.

— Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 16 July 2026
The network is proliferated, with thousands of satellites interconnected using laser communications links and numerous ground stations to connect the constellation in low Earth orbit (LEO) with the terrestrial Internet.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026

Definition of links

Noun

Supply chains evolve Unlike consumer electronics, automotive components must meet strict qualification standards while remaining available over extended production cycles.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
Paramount argued that Amazon MGM, or other distributors like A24 or Lionsgate, could increase production levels if Paramount cut its output, undercutting any pricing power that Paramount might have over theater chains.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 16 July 2026

Definition of chains

Noun

Statewide housing bonds and down payment assistance measures will be on the November ballot, and the city is moving to buy currently affordable apartments to keep them that way.

— Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026
But abrdn’s fund also holds healthcare real estate investment trusts (REITs), bonds, even venture capital.

— Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of bonds

Noun

Queen Camilla kept the other elements of her look neutral, sporting a pair of taupe pumps and accessorizing with her signature Van Cleef & Arpels bracelets and a pair of pearl-and-diamond earrings.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 July 2026
Mix and match necklaces, bracelets, charms, huggies and studs to create your perfect stack.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 July 2026

Definition of bracelets

Noun

Hathaway’s jewelry consisted of a silver set of cuffs and coordinating silver studs in the shape of snakes with emerald eyes.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 14 July 2026
Exceptions to the all-white requirements include players being allowed to have a single trim of color on their uniform’s neckline, sleeve cuffs or accessories, if not wider than one centimeter.

— Mariah Alanskas, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

Definition of cuffs

Noun

Avoid basements or rooms where water has submerged electrical outlets or cords.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
The larger case easily stows a Kindle or iPad Mini, power bank, digital camera, earbuds, and more; the smaller one stashes cords and adapters.

— Morgan Ashley Parker, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

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