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 After refining their word-swapping dictionary over three months, the ShieldFont creators ended up with a list of nearly 12,000 common words that can be replaced with ligatures. — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 12 Aug. 2026 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

Photos of the event published by The Daily Mail include snapshots of attendees appearing to be engaged in altercations, and partygoers seated on a lawn in handcuffs.

— Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Nov. 2026
Ouellette, who did not appear to have much of a reaction, was led away in handcuffs shortly after the verdict when Judge Chris Pelosi raised his bond to $200,000 — which can only be posted at the courthouse.

— Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of handcuffs

Noun

The Wall Street Journal separately reported that Singapore officials had investigated Alice Huang over alleged links to Chinese intelligence, but Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs disputed that account.

— Anniek Bao,Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 12 Nov. 2026
Reliable links can support live equipment diagnostics and faster medical consultations.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of links

Noun

Dual claws allow multiple units to connect into chains, loops and branches.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
Inside one newsroom, the programming and newsgathering had to go on, but one staffer said that the conversations migrated to Slack and text chains.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of chains

Noun

Paraguay's bonds have posted some of the worst losses in emerging markets this week, and the guaraní has slid against the dollar.

— CBS News, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026
The intense heat triggers a rapid reaction in which carbon bonds with silica to form silicon carbide, a ultra-hard, heat-tolerant compound.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of bonds

Noun

Volunteers will hand out free glow bracelets, necklaces and lighted reindeer noses and a trailer set up to distribute free hot chocolate.

— Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026
Its collection runs the gamut from traditional engagement rings to sculptural bracelets, delicate earrings, and modern pendants, with an appreciation for unexpected settings and silhouettes that stray from convention.

— Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 9 Nov. 2026

Definition of bracelets

Noun

Its hidden zipper and interior corner ties help keep everything neatly in place, while the warm camel hue pairs beautifully with the deeper plum of the blanket.

— Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz — who was visiting in a bid to deepen trade ties — were both in attendance.

— Ian King, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of ties

Noun

This is also a fun way to add a small pop of color peeking out from underneath a crewneck sweater or from the cuffs of a cardigan.

— Abby Hepworth, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026
Marchetto was keen to push beyond the typical bridal redesign, instead opting for tailored trousers and a matching bomber jacket with heavily embellished cuffs.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of cuffs

Noun

Traditional military details, including frogging, soutache, braids and decorative cords, are used as decorative elements in unusual ways — such as appearing on pant legs instead of jackets — rather than references to military rank.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 9 Nov. 2026
However, dealing with all of those cords in your bags is not ideal.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of cords

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