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suture

(n): an immovable joint (especially between the bones of the skull)

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(n): (anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion)

(n): a seam used in surgery

(n): joint consisting of a line formed by joining two pieces

(n): thread of catgut or silk or wire used by surgeons to stitch tissues together

(n): a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving

(v): join with a suture

(v): put together with a seam

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