a short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.

firm, and , flexible connective tissue found in various forms in the larynx and respiratory tract, in structures such as the external ear, and in the articulating surfaces of joints.

a flexible but inelastic cord of strong fibrous collagen tissue attaching a muscle to a bone.

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Term	Definition
ligament	a short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
cartilage	firm, and , flexible connective tissue found in various forms in the larynx and respiratory tract, in structures such as the external ear, and in the articulating surfaces of joints.
tendons	a flexible but inelastic cord of strong fibrous collagen tissue attaching a muscle to a bone.
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