Word Type

Noun

The word "catgut" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

catgut scraper sea-catgut

Derived From

gut

Etymologically Related To

cattlegut kit kitgut kitstring

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

cord hoary pea

Type Of (IsA)

cord hoary pea suture material

Receives Action

used in surgery

Related Terms

cord intestine

Used For

unite by suturing

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