regrow

verb

re·​grow (ˌ)rē-ˈgrō 

regrew (ˌ)rē-ˈgrü  ; regrown (ˌ)rē-ˈgrōn  ; regrowing

transitive verb

: to grow (something, such as a missing part) anew

intransitive verb

: to continue growth after interruption or injury

Examples of regrow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These grasses dry out incredibly quickly and can regrow in months, not years. — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026

By studying animals that can already accomplish the remarkable feat of regrowing body parts, researchers can learn the fundamental rules of regeneration – and perhaps one day use those lessons to improve tissue repair in humans. — Junsu Kang, The Conversation, 5 Oct. 2026

In many instances no pruning is required, as the tree regrows needed limbs. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026

High ethical stakes aside, the incredible potential for advancing stem cell research could open doors to regrowing brain tissue, personalizing therapies, and diagnosing neurological conditions long before symptoms emerge. — Mike McRae 17, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Kids Definition

regrow

verb

re·​grow (ˈ)rē-ˈgrō 

regrew -ˈgrü  ; regrown -ˈgrōn  ; regrowing

: to grow (as a missing part) again

Medical Definition

regrow

intransitive verb

re·​grow (ˈ)rē-ˈgrō 

regrew -ˈgrü  ; regrown -ˈgrōn  ; regrowing

: to continue growth after interruption or injury