ligature

/ˈlɪɡətʃɚ/

noun

1
The act of tying or binding something.
2
A cord or similar thing used to tie something; especially the thread used in surgery to close a vessel or duct.
3
A thread or wire used to remove tumours, etc.
4
The state of being bound or stiffened; stiffness.
“the ligature of a joint”
5
A character that visually combines multiple letters, such as æ, œ, ß or ĳ; also logotype. Sometimes called a typographic ligature.
6
A group of notes played as a phrase, or the curved line that indicates such a phrase.
7
A curve or line connecting notes; a slur.
8
A piece used to hold a reed to the mouthpiece on woodwind instruments.
9
Impotence caused by magic or charms.

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