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    Ligaduras (en. Ligatures)

    /liɣaˈðuɾas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Elements used to join or hold something.
    Ligatures in medicine are used to control bleeding.
    Las ligaduras en la medicina se utilizan para controlar el sangrado.
    Connections or unions in anatomy, such as in the ligation of blood vessels.
    The surgeon performed ligatures to repair damage to the arteries.
    El cirujano realizó ligaduras para reparar el daño en las arterias.
    In orthodontics, they are bands or wires that hold the brackets in place.
    The dentist changed the ligatures on my braces during the appointment.
    El dentista cambió las ligaduras de mis frenillos durante la consulta.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish language, derived from the verb to tie.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    emotional bond
    A strong bond or connection between people that causes dependence.
    ligadura emocional
    to make a ligature
    To create a link or connection between two or more elements.
    hacer una ligadura
    tubal ligation
    Surgical procedure for female sterilization.
    ligadura de trompas

    Related Words

    to tie
    To unite or connect elements.
    ligar
    binding
    Tape or material used to hold something.
    atadura
    bond
    Connection or relationship between people or things.
    vínculo

    Slang Meanings

    Connections between friends or contacts in a social context.
    I made several connections at the party; all my friends met each other.
    Hice varias ligaduras en la fiesta, todas mis amistades se conocieron.
    Temporary or informal romantic relationships.
    That relationship was just a fleeting connection.
    Esa relación fue solo una ligadura pasajera.