emergence

noun

emer·​gence i-ˈmər-jən(t)s 

1

: the act or an instance of emerging

2

: any of various superficial outgrowths of plant tissue usually formed from both epidermis and immediately underlying tissues

3

: penetration of the soil surface by a newly germinated plant

Examples of emergence in a Sentence

the emergence of the Internet as an important means of communication

the economy's emergence from a recession

Recent Examples on the Web

So many of Italy’s traditional food festivals began not long after, when the emergence of culinary tourism and growing appreciation for local food traditions gave rise to new annual celebrations. —John Last, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024

And in case anyone thinks its suppressions are the stuff of the past, the emergence of far-right leaders around the Western world in the past few years quickly quells the fantasy. —Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024

Since their emergence, laser treatments have proven effective in managing rosacea. —Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024

The big picture: Denver (7-5) looks to secure its third straight victory behind Nix, whose emergence as a top NFL rookie has the Broncos eyeing the post-season. —Esteban L. Hernandez, Axios, 2 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1704, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing emergence

• re-emergence

Kids Definition

emergence

noun

emer·​gence i-ˈmər-jən(t)s 

: the act or an instance of emerging

Medical Definition

emergence

noun

emer·​gence i-ˈmər-jən(t)s 

: a recovering of consciousness (as from anesthesia)