Suture
/sˈutʃər/
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Definition
(noun) A seam formed by sewing two edges together, especially to join pieces of skin in surgically treating a wound.
Sentence Examples
The surgeon's suture technique minimizes scarring.
The doctor made sure to suture the wound.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor used a special type of ____ to close the deep wound on the patient's arm after the accident today.