regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈje-nə-ˌrā-tiv How to pronounce regenerative (audio)
-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 These films have put the couple at the forefront of the ascendant regenerative agriculture movement, which has picked up steam and press attention in the past few years. Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 June 2024 Since its inception in 2021, the Fashion Task Force has been driving tangible projects in multiple areas, which include the launch of the Digital Product Passport at the G20 in Rome, and regenerative agriculture projects in the Himalayas and Apulia, Italy. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 June 2024 The brand has won a Climate Action Award, developed a strategy on protecting biodiversity, and introduced regenerative cotton in 2023. Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 21 June 2024 And the center is presently broadening its research scope to encompass food systems and regenerative agriculture, acknowledging the abundant agricultural potential within our region. Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for regenerative 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of regenerative was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Regenerative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regenerative. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

regenerative

adjective
re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈjen-ə-ˌrāt-iv How to pronounce regenerative (audio)
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- How to pronounce regenerative (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration
2
: tending to regenerate

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