Regenerate: meaning, definitions and examples
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regenerate
[ rɪˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt ]
biology
To restore or reestablish a population of organisms, especially after a period of decline or extinction.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Efforts are being made to regenerate the coral reef ecosystem.
- The government is implementing a plan to regenerate the endangered species in the area.
urban development
To renovate or develop an area, making it more attractive or prosperous.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The city council has allocated funds to regenerate the downtown area.
- The developers aim to regenerate the old industrial site into a modern residential complex.
Translations
Translations of the word "regenerate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 regenerar
🇮🇳 पुनरुत्पन्न करना (punarutpann karna)
🇩🇪 regenerieren
🇮🇩 meregenerasi
🇺🇦 регенерувати
🇵🇱 regenerować
🇯🇵 再生する (saisei suru)
🇫🇷 régénérer
🇪🇸 regenerar
🇹🇷 yeniden oluşturmak
🇰🇷 재생하다 (jaesaenghada)
🇸🇦 تجديد (tajdid)
🇨🇿 regenerovat
🇸🇰 regenerovať
🇨🇳 再生 (zàishēng)
🇸🇮 obnoviti
🇮🇸 endurnýja
🇰🇿 қайта жаңғырту (qayta jañğyrtu)
🇬🇪 აღდგენა (aghdgena)
🇦🇿 bərpa etmək
🇲🇽 regenerar
Word origin
The word 'regenerate' originates from the Latin word 'regeneratus', which means 'recreated'. It first appeared in English in the 16th century. The concept of regeneration has been significant in various fields, from biology to urban planning, emphasizing the idea of renewal and revival.
See also: degenerate, degeneration, generating, generative, regenerator.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #17,996, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 17993 commemorative
- 17994 projectiles
- 17995 abeyance
- 17996 regenerate
- 17997 boulevard
- 17998 subjugation
- 17999 spool
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