suspensory

/səsˈpɛnsɔri/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or providing suspension or a suspension

“The suspensory ligament supports the animal’s knee.”

2. noun

a device or system that suspends something

“The suspensory used in the factory lifted heavy machinery.”

3. noun

a sentence or clause that suspends the main action

“The suspensory in the story added a twist to the plot.”

Synonyms

  • suspension
  • suspensive

Antonyms

  • operative
  • operative