adhesion
     n 1: abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen
     2: a fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally
        separate anatomical structures
     3: the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or
        the joining of surfaces of different composition [syn: {adhesiveness},
         {adherence}, {bond}]
     4: faithful support for a religion or cause or political party
        [syn: {attachment}, {adherence}]
Source: WordNet® 2.0