Educational Content: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.
Definition of Suture
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Suture: 1. A type of joint between the bones of the skull where the bones are held tightly together by fibrous tissue.
2. Thread-like material used to sew tissue together.
3. To stitch a wound closed.
The word suture came with little change from the Latin sutura, "a sewn seam." In Latin, the verb suere is "to sew, stitch, or tack together."
Need Expert Advice on Your Condition?
Get a personalized video breakdown and treatment plan from our senior neurosurgeons using your MRI/CT scans.
👉 Request MRI Review