Dictionary Check: suture

"suture" is a valid word!

Scrabble 6 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

noun

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

Synonyms:
noun

a seam used in surgery

Synonyms:
noun

thread of catgut or silk or wire used by surgeons to stitch tissues together

verb

join with a suture

Example: "suture the wound after surgery"

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