adhesion
(noun)
noun
1. abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen
Definition categories: state, pathology
2. a fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally separate anatomical structures
Definition categories: body
3. the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition
- the mutual adhesiveness of cells
- a heated hydraulic press was required for adhesion
Similar word(s): adherence, adhesiveness, bond
Definition categories: attribute, stickiness
4. faithful support for a cause or political party or religion
- adherence to a fat-free diet
- the adhesion of Seville was decisive
Similar word(s): adherence, attachment