English noun: adhesion | |||
1. | adhesion (state) abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen | ||
Broader (hypernym) | pathology | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | symphysis, synechia | ||
2. | adhesion (body) a fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally separate anatomical structures | ||
Broader (hypernym) | scar tissue | ||
3. | adhesion (attribute) the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition | ||
Samples | The mutual adhesiveness of cells. A heated hydraulic press was required for adhesion. | ||
Synonyms | adherence, adhesiveness, bond | ||
Broader (hypernym) | stickiness | ||
4. | adhesion (act) faithful support for a cause or political party or religion | ||
Samples | Attachment to a formal agenda. Adherence to a fat-free diet. The adhesion of Seville was decisive. | ||
Synonyms | adherence, attachment | ||
Broader (hypernym) | support | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | cabalism, ecclesiasticism, kabbalism, royalism, traditionalism | ||