"primary intention" meaning in All languages combined

See primary intention on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} primary intention (uncountable)
  1. The healing of a clean wound without tissue loss, by bringing the edges together and closing them with sutures, staples, tape, or glue. Tags: uncountable Coordinate_terms: secondary intention, tertiary intention
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