adhesion
ədˈhiʒən
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Definition of adhesion - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
physical propertyTECH.the ability of a substance to stick to anotherTECH.
  • The glue's adhesion to the paper was strong.
bonding stickiness
2.
medicalTECH.abnormal union of bodily tissuesTECH.
  • The surgery revealed an adhesion in the abdomen.
bond union
3.
psychologyRarepersistent attachment or loyalty to a causeRare
  • His adhesion to the political party was unwavering.
devotion faithfulness loyalty
4.
contract consentRareagreement to adhere to termsRare
  • The contract required adhesion to all clauses.
agreement concurrence consent
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Expressions with adhesion

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contract where one party sets terms and the other cannot negotiate
The adhesion contract left the customer with no negotiation power.
process where cells attach to each other or to surrounding material
Cell adhesion plays a key role in tissue formation and wound healing.
contract with non-negotiable terms set by one party
The customer signed the adhesion agreement without reading the terms.
protein on cell surfaces helping cells stick to other cells or structures
The scientist studied how each adhesion molecule affected tumor cell spread.
standardized agreement imposed by one party on another without negotiation
The gym membership was a contract of adhesion, offering no room for negotiation.

Origin of adhesion

Latin, adhaerere (to stick to)

Terms with adhesion included in their meaning

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adhesion
attach or adhere to a surface
adhesion
adhere or stick firmly to a surface or substance
adhesion
sticking very strongly or closely together
adhesion
in a way that sticks tightly
adhesion
firmly attached to a wall
adhesion
adhere physically to a surface
adhesion
adhere to each other
adhesion
stick materials together using an adhesive

Examples of adhesion in a sentence

  • The paint's adhesion to the wall was impressive.
  • Doctors found an adhesion during the procedure.
  • Adhesion can complicate surgical outcomes.
  • Her adhesion to the team inspired others.
  • Adhesion to the group's ideals was expected.
  • Adhesion to the treaty was mandatory.

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  1. French:adhérence, soudure, ...
  2. German:Haftung, Verwachsung, ...
  3. Italian:adesione, aderenza, ...
  4. Spanish:adhesión, adherencia, ...
  5. Portuguese:aderência, fidelidade, ...
  6. Chinese:粘附性, 粘连, ...
  7. Japanese:接着力, 癒着, ...
  8. Arabic:اِلْتِصَاق, تَلَصُّق, ...
  9. Hebrew:הִידַּבְּקוּת, הִצְמְדוּת, ...
  10. Russian:адгезия, спайка, ...
  11. Ukrainian:адгезія, спайка, ...
  12. Hindi:आसंजन, चिपकाव, ...

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