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regeneration

/ˌrɛdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does regeneration mean?

noun

The process or state of regenerating or being regenerated; the production of new cells, tissues, or organs to replace damaged or destroyed ones. This can occur naturally, as in the case of wound healing, or artificially, as in the case of tissue engineering.

Example

"The forest's ability to regenerate after a devastating fire was a testament to its resilience."

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