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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Impact of Food on Hair Loss and Regrowth Food is one of several factors that can contribute to hair loss and regrowth. Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 20 Mar. 2025 Customers have reported evidence of the holy grail of hair health: noticeable regrowth and stronger hair texture. Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025 The tongue biopsies also found that genes associated with taste bud development and regrowth were different between the semaglutide and placebo groups. Becky Upham, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Feb. 2025 Consistent use revealed early signs of new hair growth along the hairline — a promising indicator of its effectiveness — though noticeable thickening and regrowth can take up to six months. Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025 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 11 Apr. 2025.

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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