Ingrowth
noun
The process by which new tissue develops and grows into an existing structure.
The ingrowth of new tissue into the surrounding area can aid recovery after surgery.
Often appears as...
- tissue ingrowth
- cell ingrowth
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
The act or process of growing inward or into something, especially in terms of plants or structures.
The ingrowth of foliage can create a dense canopy.
Often appears as...
- vegetative ingrowth
- ingrowth of structures
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
The process by which new tissue develops and grows into an existing structure.
The ingrowth of new tissue into the surrounding area can aid recovery after surgery.
Often appears as...
- tissue ingrowth
- cell ingrowth
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
The act or process of growing inward or into something, especially in terms of plants or structures.
The ingrowth of foliage can create a dense canopy.
Often appears as...
- vegetative ingrowth
- ingrowth of structures
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In medical terms, ingrowth often refers to tissue growing into areas where it shouldn't be, indicating either healing or a pathological state.
In the case of chronic inflammation, ingrowth of fat can occur in sore joints.
Pro Tip 2/3Biological Growth
In a biological sense, ingrowth can describe how roots penetrate into soil for nutrients.
The ingrowth of plant roots is essential for the ecosystem.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
In discussing cultural trends, ingrowth can refer to the adoption of new ideas by a community.
The ingrowth of digital technology in education is irreversible.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In medical terms, ingrowth often refers to tissue growing into areas where it shouldn't be, indicating either healing or a pathological state.
In the case of chronic inflammation, ingrowth of fat can occur in sore joints.
Pro Tip 2/3Biological Growth
In a biological sense, ingrowth can describe how roots penetrate into soil for nutrients.
The ingrowth of plant roots is essential for the ecosystem.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
In discussing cultural trends, ingrowth can refer to the adoption of new ideas by a community.
The ingrowth of digital technology in education is irreversible.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In medical terms, ingrowth often refers to tissue growing into areas where it shouldn't be, indicating either healing or a pathological state.
In the case of chronic inflammation, ingrowth of fat can occur in sore joints.
Pro Tip 2/3Biological Growth
In a biological sense, ingrowth can describe how roots penetrate into soil for nutrients.
The ingrowth of plant roots is essential for the ecosystem.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
In discussing cultural trends, ingrowth can refer to the adoption of new ideas by a community.
The ingrowth of digital technology in education is irreversible.
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