abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen

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; the mutual adhesiveness of cells; a heated hydraulic press was required for adhesion

[ Syn: adhesiveness , adherence , bond ]

faithful support for a cause or political party or religion; attachment to a formal agenda; adherence to a fat-free diet; the adhesion of Seville was decisive

[ Syn: attachment , adherence ]