Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Adhesion.
Adhesion - as a noun
Abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pathology18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally separate anatomical structures
The property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition
Example: "The mutual adhesiveness of cells"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adherence15adhesiveness19bond7Faithful support for a cause or political party or religion
Example: "Attachment to a formal agenda"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adherence15attachment17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
support11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The bandage had good adhesion to the skin."
"The adhesion of the paint to the wall was impressive."
"The surgeon used adhesion to close the incision."
"There was a lot of adhesion between the two surfaces."
"The glue provides strong adhesion when bonding metals."
Word Game Points
Is ADHESION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, adhesion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ADHESION has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is ADHESION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, adhesion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordADHESION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is ADHESION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, adhesion is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordADHESION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
