Recent Examples on the WebThe sound of air expanding the cavity in my chest and then being forced out past the catgut of my vocal chords — that was the sound my mother heard. Maureen Stanton, Longreads, 17 Jan. 2020 In the 1800s, some began to make and sell lacrosse sticks — made from wood, catgut and leather — to outsiders. Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 23 Apr. 2018
Word History
First Known Use
1599, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
catgut
noun
cat·gut ˈkat-ˌgət
: a tough cord made from intestines of animals (as sheep) and used for strings of musical instruments and rackets and for sewing in surgery
Medical Definition
catgut
noun
cat·gut -ˌgət
: a tough cord made usually from sheep intestines and used especially for sutures in closing wounds