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Ligature Definition & Meaning

ligature
noun
  1. (music) a group of notes connected by a slur
  2. character consisting of two or more letters combined into one
  3. a metal band used to attach a reed to the mouthpiece of a clarinet or saxophone
  4. thread used by surgeons to bind a vessel (as to constrict the flow of blood)
  5. something used to tie or bind
  6. the act of tying or binding things together

"Ligature" in song lyrics

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  • "winslow ligature"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "ligature"

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Frequently asked questions

What does ligature mean?
(music) a group of notes connected by a slur character consisting of two or more letters combined into one a metal band used to attach a reed to the mouthpiece of a clarinet or saxophone thread used by surgeons to bind a vessel (as to constrict the flow of blood) something used to tie or bind the act of tying or binding things together
What part of speech is ligature?
Ligature is a noun.
How many definitions does ligature have?
Ligature has 6 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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