Suture
Noun
Definition: A stitch or row of stitches holding together the edges of a wound or surgical incision.
Synonyms: Stitch, Seam
Antonyms: Tear, Opening
Examples:
- The surgeon used a suture to close the incision.
- The nurse removed the sutures after the wound healed.
Mnemonics:
- 'S' in suture can remind you of stitch.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English, from Latin 'sutura', from 'suere' (to sew)
Historical Usage:The word has been used in medical contexts for centuries, indicating the use of stitches to close wounds.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Cut through like a hot knife through butter"
Explanation:This idiom emphasizes the ease and efficiency with which a suture can be cut.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'suture' with 'stitch'.
Explanation:While 'suture' refers to the act of stitching or the material used, 'stitch' specifically refers to each individual loop or knot that holds the wound edges together.