coapt

/kɔːpt/

Definitions

1. verb

to bring together or into contact with something, especially by pressure or tension

“The surgeon coapted the severed artery to prevent further bleeding.”

2. verb

to fit or join together closely

“The new policy coapted with the company’s existing mission statement.”

3. noun

the act of bringing together or into contact with something

“The coaptation of the bone fragments allowed for proper healing.”

Synonyms

  • join
  • unite

Antonyms

  • disjoin
  • separate