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Noun: regeneration  ri,je-nu'rey-shun
  1. Forming again (especially with improvements or removal of defects); renewing and reconstituting
    "The regeneration of the committee aimed to address previous shortcomings";
    - re-formation
     
  2. The activity of spiritual or physical renewal
    "The city underwent a period of regeneration, transforming abandoned buildings into vibrant community spaces"
     
  3. (biology) growth anew of lost tissue or destroyed parts or organs
    "The regeneration of a lizard's tail is a remarkable example of tissue regrowth"
     
  4. Feedback in phase with (augmenting) the input
    "regeneration in audio systems can lead to the annoying squeal known as feedback";
    - positive feedback

Derived forms: regenerations

Type of: biological process, feedback, organic process, reconstruction, resurgence, revitalisation [Brit], revitalization, revival, revivification

Encyclopedia: Regeneration, Baptismal