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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To this end, the Regenerative Grain Bourbon is a small-batch release made with grains grown using regenerative practices within 20 miles of the distillery in North Carolina. Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025 Wide-scale adoption of regenerative agricultural practices requires a multifaceted, long-term commitment of resources and collaborative partnerships, Bonnie says. Kit Bernardi, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2025 The regenerative shot requires a shutdown period, so the left-hander will be unable to throw for the next two weeks. Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2025 Attention to soil nutrition, conservation of biodiversity, commitment to regenerative farming, and use of renewable energy are just a few ways the farm goes beyond zero carbon and captures about twice the amount of carbon emitted. Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2025 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 1 May. 2025.

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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