degeneration
the process of degenerating.
the condition or state of being degenerate.
Pathology.
a process by which a tissue deteriorates, loses functional activity, and may become converted into or replaced by other kinds of tissue.
the condition produced by such a process.
Origin of degeneration
1Other words from degeneration
- non·de·gen·er·a·tion, noun
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How to use degeneration in a sentence
Buffon believed there were degenerations as well as developments, and considered the ape a degenerate man.
The Meaning of Evolution | Samuel Christian SchmuckerGelatinous or mucilaginous degenerations of cell-walls are frequently employed in the interests of spore dispersal.
Again, secondary degenerations are more pronounced in long-standing processes.
Intestinal Ills | Alcinous Burton JamisonThis overdistention gradually led to degenerations in the arterial walls.
Makers of Modern Medicine | James J. WalshCan the cause of these degenerations of the heart and arteries be determined in each instance?
The Lettsomian Lectures 1900-1901 | J. Mitchell Bruce
British Dictionary definitions for degeneration
/ (dɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən) /
the process of degenerating
the state of being degenerate
biology the loss of specialization, function, or structure by organisms and their parts, as in the development of vestigial organs
impairment or loss of the function and structure of cells or tissues, as by disease or injury, often leading to death (necrosis) of the involved part
the resulting condition
electronics negative feedback of a signal
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