epimorphosis

noun

epi·​mor·​pho·​sis ˌep-ə-ˈmȯr-fə-səs How to pronounce epimorphosis (audio)
plural epimorphoses -ˌsēz How to pronounce epimorphosis (audio)
: regeneration of a part or organism involving extensive cell proliferation followed by differentiation compare morphallaxis

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“Epimorphosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/epimorphosis. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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