Definition

To be able to be moved from one place to another, especially in the context of medical procedures where organs or tissues are transferred.

Example

Some plants can transplant easily to different environments.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that some plants can actually transplant quite easily.

Really? I didn't know that!

Yeah, it's fascinating how they can adapt to new environments after a transplant.

Nature is amazing! I should try it in my garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A medical procedure where an organ or tissue is moved from one body to another, or the act of moving something to a different place.

Example

She received a kidney transplant last year.

Conversation

Did you hear about Sam's transplant?

Yeah, I heard it went really well, thankfully.

It's amazing how medicine has advanced for these transplants now.

Definition

To move an organ, tissue, or plant from one place to another, often for medical purposes or gardening.

Example

The doctor decided to transplant the kidney from a donor to the patient.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the doctor who can transplant organs successfully now?

Yeah, I read about that! It's amazing what they can do.

I wonder if they'll ever be able to transplant memories too.

Root Explanation

Transplant → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "plantare" (meaning to plant). The word describes the act of planting something across a distance, such as moving a plant from one location to another.

Memory Tip

Picture moving a plant 'across' ('trans-') to a new spot where it can grow — that's what transplant means.

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