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coaptation

 

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Coaptation

Definition:

Coaptation refers to the act of bringing or joining separate parts together, typically for the purpose of healing or forming a unified structure.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

The act of aligning and joining the edges of a wound or fracture to facilitate healing.

Example sentence: After the surgery, the doctor used coaptation techniques to bring the broken bones together and ensure proper healing.

Sense 2 (Noun):

A technique used in medicine and surgery where the edges of a wound are brought together and secured with stitches or adhesive strips.

Example sentence: The coaptation of the surgical incision allowed for a faster recovery and minimized scarring.

Sense 3 (Noun):

The close fitting or adaptation of the opposing surfaces of a joint.

Example sentence: Articular coaptation is crucial for the smooth movement and stability of a joint.

Sense 4 (Noun):

A process of joining or fusion between two anatomical structures, as in the case of bone fractures.

Example sentence: Coaptation of the bone ends promotes the formation of callus and facilitates proper healing.

Sense 5 (Noun):

A linguistic term referring to the blending of sounds or syllables at the end of one word and the beginning of the next.

Example sentence: In the phrase "gonna" for "going to," coaptation results in the omission of the 'g' sound.

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