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grafting

American  
[graf-ting, grahf-] / ˈgræf tɪŋ, ˈgrɑf- /

noun

Surgery.
  1. graft.


Etymology

Origin of grafting

First recorded in 1475–85; graft 1 + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Nonsurgical options like dermal fillers or fat grafting can suffuse depressions to create a more centered appearance.

From Slate • Feb. 22, 2026

It made me think of orchardists past, piling their harvest into pies and preserves, or grafting tree after tree to keep a favored variety alive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025

In addition to his threat going forward, Diaz is renowned for grafting for the team.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

The procedure involves replacing a damaged ulnar collateral ligament in a player’s throwing elbow by grafting a tendon from the wrist of his non-throwing arm.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2024

At last, technicians reached the Soviet cables, carefully exposing the inner wires and grafting on the wiretaps.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau