Regrew: meaning, definitions and examples
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regrew
[ rɪˈɡruː ]
biological process
Regrew is the simple past form of the verb 'regrow', which means to grow again or anew after loss or damage. It is commonly used in contexts involving plants, animals, or even human tissues that can regenerate. This term encapsulates the idea of renewal and resilience in the face of adversity. The process of regrowing can refer to physical structures, such as limbs or leaves, and may involve various biological mechanisms.
Synonyms
reform, regenerate, renew, revive
Examples of usage
- After trimming the branches, the tree regrew new leaves in spring.
- The starfish regrew its lost arm after a few months.
- Scientists are studying how certain species of lizards regrew their tails.
- The wounded soldier's skin regrew remarkably well after surgery.
Translations
Translations of the word "regrew" in other languages:
🇵🇹 regenerou
🇮🇳 फिर से उगाना
🇩🇪 wuchs wieder
🇮🇩 tumbuh kembali
🇺🇦 виріс знову
🇵🇱 odrosło
🇯🇵 再生した
🇫🇷 a repoussé
🇪🇸 volvió a crecer
🇹🇷 yeniden büyümek
🇰🇷 다시 자랐다
🇸🇦 نمت مرة أخرى
🇨🇿 znovu vyrostl
🇸🇰 znovu vyrástol
🇨🇳 重新生长
🇸🇮 ponovno zrasla
🇮🇸 vann aftur
🇰🇿 қайта өсу
🇬🇪 მეორე გაიზარდა
🇦🇿 yenidən böyüdü
🇲🇽 volvió a crecer
Etymology
The word 'regrew' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'anew', combined with the base verb 'grow'. The use of 'grow' traces back to Old English 'growan', which is related to the Proto-Germanic root *growaną, and is believed to have Germanic and Indo-European roots. Over time, this word has evolved in various languages, indicating simply the act of increasing in size or developing. The development of the prefix 're-' has contributed to the formation of several compound verbs in English, emphasizing the idea of repetition or returning to a former state. 'Regrow' had emerged in the late 19th century, gaining popularity in discussions of biology and regeneration. Today, it is often used in both casual and scientific contexts, reflecting a modern understanding of resilience in nature and living organisms.