verb
Uncommon
regenerate
ree-JEH-nuh-rayt
Regenerate (verb) means to grow new tissue to replace what was lost or damaged. Example: “A starfish can regenerate a lost arm over several months.”
verb
1
To grow new tissue to replace what was lost or damaged.
"A starfish can regenerate a lost arm over several months."
"Liver cells regenerate faster than most other tissue in the body."
2
To rebuild or renew something, especially in an improved way.
"The council hopes new investment will regenerate the old industrial district."
How to use regenerate
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo grow back or rebuild something that was lost or worn out, whether it's living tissue or a run-down area.
Common pairings
regenerate tissue
regenerate an area
ability to regenerate
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Word forms
- Plural
- regenerates
- Third person singular
- regenerates
- Past tense
- regenerated
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A starfish can _____ a lost arm over several months.
Etymology
From Latin regeneratus, "born again," from re- plus generare, "to produce, beget."
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What does “regenerate” mean?
The word “regenerate” means to grow new tissue to replace what was lost or damaged. In plain terms, to grow back or rebuild something that was lost or worn out, whether it's living tissue or a run-down area.
How do you pronounce “regenerate”?
“Regenerate” is pronounced ree-JEH-nuh-rayt (/ɹiːˈd͡ʒɛnəɹeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “regenerate” in a sentence?
Here is “regenerate” used in a sentence: “A starfish can regenerate a lost arm over several months.”
What is the opposite of “regenerate”?
The opposite of “regenerate” — its antonyms — are uncreate, ungenerate and degenerate.
What part of speech is “regenerate”?
“Regenerate” is a verb.
Where does the word “regenerate” come from?
The word “regenerate” comes from Latin. From Latin regeneratus, "born again," from re- plus generare, "to produce, beget.".
Is “regenerate” a common word?
“Regenerate” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “regenerate” have?
“Regenerate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to grow new tissue to replace what was lost or damaged.
