Sutures
'sutures' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for stitches that I've seen before include "Spasms of pain, caused by needles?" , "Sews" , "Sharp spasms of pain in the side" , "Movements of threaded needle in fabric" , "Sharp pains in the side caused by running" .)
'sutures' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for sews that I've seen before include "Works with needle and thread" , "Stitches" , "Does needlework" , "Uses needle and thread" .)