connective tissue
noun
: a tissue of mesodermal origin that consists of various cells (such as fibroblasts and macrophages) and interlacing protein fibers (as of collagen) embedded in a chiefly carbohydrate ground substance, that supports, ensheathes, and binds together other tissues, and that includes loose and dense forms (such as adipose tissue, tendons, ligaments, and aponeuroses) and specialized forms (such as cartilage and bone)
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, the condition weakens the body’s connective tissue, affecting the skin, muscles and joints.
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 27 May 2025
The connective tissue to the previous films takes the form of the late, great Tony Todd, who reprises his role as a wise coroner who offers guidance and advice to our characters, frantic to halt their impending doom.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
The mix of creatives—musicians, tech entrepreneurs, designers, athletes, and influencers—felt like culture’s connective tissue in real time.
—Isaiah Mikhail, Essence, 13 May 2025
High in Copper Beef liver is high in copper, an essential mineral that the body uses for connective tissue and blood vessel development, energy production, and immune system support.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 9 May 2025
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 27 May 2025
The connective tissue to the previous films takes the form of the late, great Tony Todd, who reprises his role as a wise coroner who offers guidance and advice to our characters, frantic to halt their impending doom.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
The mix of creatives—musicians, tech entrepreneurs, designers, athletes, and influencers—felt like culture’s connective tissue in real time.
—Isaiah Mikhail, Essence, 13 May 2025
High in Copper Beef liver is high in copper, an essential mineral that the body uses for connective tissue and blood vessel development, energy production, and immune system support.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 9 May 2025
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connective tissue
noun
con·nec·tive tissue
kə-ˌnek-tiv- 
: a tissue of mesodermal origin that consists of various cells (as fibroblasts and macrophages) and interlacing protein fibers (as of collagen) embedded in a chiefly carbohydrate ground substance, that supports, ensheathes, and binds together other tissues, and that includes loose and dense forms (as adipose tissue, tendons, ligaments, and aponeuroses) and specialized forms (as cartilage and bone)
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