Synonyms for tenaculum
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A medical instrument consisting of a sharp hook attached to a handle; used mainly for taking up arteries and the like.
Forms
- Plural
- tenaculums → hooks…
Example sentences
- hook Please hang your coat on the hook behind the door.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| tenaculum | steady | |
| hook | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- hook1