regeneration

noun

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tion ri-ˌje-nə-ˈrā-shən 

ˌrē-

1

: an act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated

2

: spiritual renewal or revival

3

: renewal or restoration of a body, bodily part, or biological system (such as a forest) after injury or as a normal process

4

: utilization by special devices of heat or other products that would ordinarily be lost

Synonyms

• reanimation
• rebirth
• rejuvenation
• rejuvenescence
• renewal
• resurgence
• resurrection
• resuscitation
• revitalization
• revival
• revivification

Examples of regeneration in a Sentence

the regeneration of knitting and crocheting is in full bloom, with Hollywood stars admitting they knit and crochet on movie sets

Recent Examples on the Web

Minoxidil | Size: 2 ounces | Supply: 60 days What to Know About Hair Loss Treatments Ingredients Dr. Engelman says to look for hair growth promoters like minoxidil, biotin, and keratin, as these can promote regeneration and strengthen hair. —Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024

Holding the left paddle triggers the Paddle Stop Mode, which immediately maximizes the regeneration level and slows the vehicle. —PCMAG, 11 May 2024

Other offerings include regeneration projects across the U.K. and overseas to revitalize communities and historic buildings. —Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024

The Equinox’s one-pedal braking, which increases energy regeneration when slowing down, is effective and easy to modulate for precise stops. —Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 30 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

regeneration

noun

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tion ri-ˌjen-ə-ˈrā-shən 

ˌrē-

: an act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated

Medical Definition

regeneration

noun

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tion ri-ˌjen-ə-ˈrā-shən, ˌrē- 

1

: an act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated

2

: the renewal, regrowth, or restoration of a body or a bodily part, tissue, or substance after injury or as a normal bodily process

continual regeneration of epithelial cells

regeneration of the uterine lining

compare regulation sense 2a