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

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With a focus on regenerative farming and sustainability, Cardinale’s estate vineyards are organically certified under the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) program. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024 Like Child, Waters has changed the way people relate to food on a large scale, through her work in regenerative agriculture. Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Passive regenerative braking on electric bikes has been around for years. Roberto Baldwin, WIRED, 24 Sep. 2024 In addition to screenings, there will be talks by artistic duo Fecal Matter on image and identity, and a session on regenerative agriculture in the textile supply chain. Lily Templeton, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for regenerative 

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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“Regenerative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regenerative. Accessed 23 Nov. 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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