Definition of regenerate
1 : formed or created again
2 : spiritually reborn or converted
3 : restored to a better, higher, or more worthy state
regenerately
adverbregenerateness
nounFrom the M-W Editors
Origin and Etymology of regenerate
Middle English regenerat, from Latin regeneratus, past participle of regenerare to regenerate, from re- + generare to beget — more at generate
Definition of regenerate
intransitive verb
1 : to become formed again
2 : to become regenerate : reform
3 : to undergo regeneration
transitive verb
1a : to subject to spiritual regenerationb : to change radically and for the better
2a : to generate or produce anew; especially : to replace (a body part) by a new growth of tissueb : to produce again chemically sometimes in a physically changed form
3 : to restore to original strength or properties
Examples of regenerate in a Sentence
The lizard's tail can regenerate.
The lizard is able to regenerate its tail.
The tissue cells can regenerate themselves.
Recent Examples of regenerate from the Web
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Since the first Doctor regenerated back in 1966, the concept of the Doctor as a constantly evolving being has been central to the programme.
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But there's really nothing scientifically proven to regenerate tissue, particularly in arthritic joints.
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The central character, known only as the Doctor, can travel across space and time and can regenerate into new bodies – allowing for endless recasting of the role.
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And some have suggested that being quiet for stretches of time can actually help regenerate brain cells, which is being studied for the treatment of Alzheimer’s.
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If ISIS is not to regenerate in Mosul, a tinderbox of ethnic and sectarian rivalries, able governance and massive reconstruction will be needed.
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Medics handed over health packs as support (your health no longer automatically regenerates), while a man's torso was bombed to smithereens in glorious technicolour.
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While brain cells can regenerate to a small degree, extensive damage like this cannot be repaired.
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Planarian flatworms are known for their amazing ability to regenerate themselves after being cut.
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First Known Use of regenerate
circa 1525
Definition of regenerate
: one that is regenerated: such asa : an individual who is spiritually rebornb (1) : an organism that has undergone regeneration (2) : a regenerated body part
First Known Use of regenerate
1551
REGENERATE Defined for English Language Learners
regenerate
playDefinition of regenerate for English Language Learners
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biology : to grow again after being lost, damaged, etc.
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: to give new life to (something)
REGENERATE Defined for Kids
regenerate
playDefinition of regenerate for Students
regenerated
;regenerating
: to grow (as a lost body part) once more
Medical Dictionary
regenerate
playMedical Definition of regenerate
regenerated
;regenerating
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intransitive verb
: to become formed again2: to undergo regeneration the human bladder and liver can regenerate when injured
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transitive verb
: to generate or produce anew; especially : to replace (a body part) by a new growth of tissue2: to produce again chemically sometimes in a physically changed form
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