Regrowth: meaning, definitions and examples
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regrowth
[ riːɡroʊθ ]
biological process
Regrowth refers to the process by which living organisms replace lost or damaged tissues. This term is commonly used in the context of plants and animals, indicating their ability to regenerate parts of themselves. For example, some species of trees can regrow their leaves after seasonal shedding, while certain lizards can regrow their tails. Regrowth is fundamental to many ecosystems as it ensures the survival and continuity of species in various environments.
Synonyms
recovery, regeneration, restoration
Examples of usage
- The regrowth of forests after a fire is essential for the ecosystem.
- Regrowth in plants can take several weeks or months depending on the species.
- Many animals exhibit regrowth after injury, showcasing nature's resilience.
Translations
Translations of the word "regrowth" in other languages:
🇵🇹 regeneração
🇮🇳 पुनर्निर्माण
🇩🇪 Regeneration
🇮🇩 pertumbuhan kembali
🇺🇦 відновлення
🇵🇱 regeneracja
🇯🇵 再成長
🇫🇷 régénération
🇪🇸 regeneración
🇹🇷 yeniden büyüme
🇰🇷 재성장
🇸🇦 إعادة النمو
🇨🇿 regenerace
🇸🇰 regenerácia
🇨🇳 再生
🇸🇮 regeneracija
🇮🇸 endurnýjan
🇰🇿 қайта өсу
🇬🇪 გამოცოცხლება
🇦🇿 yenidən böyümə
🇲🇽 regeneración
Etymology
The word 'regrowth' is a compound of 're-' and 'growth'. The prefix 're-' comes from Latin, meaning 'again' or 'back'. It signifies repetition or a return to a previous state. The second part, 'growth', originates from Old English '-growan', meaning 'to grow, increase, or develop'. The combination of these two elements suggests the act of growing back or anew. This term has gained popularity in ecological and biological studies, particularly as awareness of environmental issues has increased. The concept of regrowth is vital in discussions about sustainability, conservation, and rehabilitation of ecosystems, where understanding how species can recover and flourish again shapes our actions and policies.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #24,155, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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