Definition

To insert or attach a part of a plant to another plant so that they grow together; to establish something firmly in a new context.

Example

The gardener decided to ingraft a new variety of rose onto the existing bush.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how they ingraft trees in the park?

Yeah, I've seen them do it, but I'm not sure how it works.

It's fascinating! They basically attach a new branch to the tree to help it grow.

That sounds really interesting; I should look up more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ingraft → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "graft" (from Old English "graeft", meaning to insert or join). The word "ingraft" means to insert or join something into another, particularly in the context of plants or ideas.

Memory Tip

Think of 'in-' meaning to put something 'into' and 'graft' meaning to join or insert. This helps you remember that ingraft means to insert or join something into another.

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