regrowth

noun

re·​growth (ˌ)rē-ˈgrōth How to pronounce regrowth (audio)
plural regrowths
: the act or process of regrowing
the regrowth of forests
also : a result or product of regrowing
cattle grazing on pasture regrowth

Examples of regrowth in a Sentence

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In lieu of removing the root system, apply herbicide and closely monitor to catch regrowth in time. Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 11 May 2026 Reapply the spray on new foliage until no more regrowth appears. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 8 May 2026 Because of their regenerative powers, researchers study them closely to better understand whether similar tissue regrowth could one day be possible in humans. Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026 There's even an IPL hair removal device to help reduce regrowth over time. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for regrowth

Word History

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of regrowth was in 1741

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“Regrowth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regrowth. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

regrowth

noun
re·​growth
(ˈ)rē-ˈgrōth
: the process of regrowing
conditions affecting forest regrowth
also : a result or product of regrowing
cattle grazing on pasture regrowth

Medical Definition

regrowth

noun
re·​growth -ˈgrōth How to pronounce regrowth (audio)
: an act or instance of regrowing
regrowth of hair
tumor regrowth
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