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- \in-ˈgraft, en-\
- /ɪnˈgrɑːft/
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- \in-ˈgraft, en-\
Definitions of engraft word
- noun engraft To insert, as a scion of one tree or plant into another, for the purpose of propagation; graft onto a plant. 1
- verb engraft to graft (a shoot, bud, etc) onto a stock 0
- verb engraft to incorporate in a firm or permanent way; implant 0
- verb transitive engraft to graft (a shoot, etc.) from one plant onto another 0
- verb transitive engraft to establish firmly; implant 0
- verb engraft To fix firmly into place. 0
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Parts of speech for Engraft
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engraft popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
engraft usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for engraft
verb engraft
- implant — to put or fix firmly: to implant sound principles in a child's mind.
- introduce — to present (a person) to another so as to make acquainted.
- diffuse — to pour out and spread, as a fluid.
- disseminate — to scatter or spread widely, as though sowing seed; promulgate extensively; broadcast; disperse: to disseminate information about preventive medicine.
- engender — Cause or give rise to (a feeling, situation, or condition).
Antonyms for engraft
verb engraft
- take out — the act of taking.
- leave alone — separate, apart, or isolated from others: I want to be alone.
- neglect — to pay no attention or too little attention to; disregard or slight: The public neglected his genius for many years.
- dislodge — to remove or force out of a particular place: to dislodge a stone with one's foot.
- halt — to falter, as in speech, reasoning, etc.; be hesitant; stumble.
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Matching words
- Words starting with e
- Words starting with en
- Words starting with eng
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