regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈje-nə-ˌrā-tiv 

-ˈje-nə-rə-,

-ˈjen-rə-

1

: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration

2

: tending to regenerate

Examples of regenerative in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After testing concluded, her complexion appeared smoother, plumper, and without rough patches thanks to the serum’s copper peptides, a regenerative antioxidant thought to boost skin’s collagen, among other anti-aging benefits. —Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024

Nevertheless, Crawford thinks regenerative agriculture could have a big impact if widely applied. —Jessica Rawnsley, WIRED, 18 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing regenerative

• regenerative medicine

Kids Definition

regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈjen-ə-ˌrāt-iv 

1

: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration

2

: tending to regenerate

Medical Definition

regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈjen-ə-ˌrāt-iv, -ˈjen-(ə-)rət- 

1

: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration

2

: tending to regenerate