regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈje-nə-ˌrā-tiv How to pronounce regenerative (audio)
-ˈje-nə-rə-
-ˈjen-rə-
1
: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration
2
: tending to regenerate

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Instead, they are charged by the gas engine and through regenerative braking over time. Charles Singh, USA Today, 24 June 2026 People raved about the food, much of it sourced from regenerative farms, the young but outstanding staff, and the atmosphere, which pulsated nightly. Vassi Chamberlain, Air Mail, 27 June 2026 The natural wine scene here, akin to the biodynamic farms, is marked by regenerative principles and low-intervention. Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 Some of the goals of regenerative agriculture include capturing carbon in soil and improving water use efficiency. Lizzie Kane june 29, Sacbee.com, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for regenerative

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of regenerative was in the 14th century

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“Regenerative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regenerative. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

regenerative

adjective
1
: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration
2
: tending to regenerate

Medical Definition

regenerative

adjective
1
: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration
2
: tending to regenerate

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