noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
adhesion; accretion; conglutination
Medical term for tissues or organs sticking together abnormally, often after surgery or inflammation.
手術後に腸の癒着が起こることがある。
Intestinal adhesions can occur after surgery.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
collusion; cozy relationship; collusive ties
Figurative extension of the medical sense; describes improper, overly close relationships between organizations or individuals, often implying corruption or lack of transparency.
政治家と企業の癒着が問題になっている。
Collusion between politicians and corporations has become a problem.
役所と業者の間に癒着があると疑われている。
There is suspicion of a cozy relationship between the government office and the contractor.