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grafted

verb

Meaning

  1. To insert (a graft) in a branch or stem of another tree; to propagate by insertion in another stock; also, to insert a graft upon.
  2. To insert scions (grafts) from one tree, or kind of tree, etc., into another; to practice grafting.
  3. To implant a portion of (living flesh or akin) in a lesion so as to form an organic union.
  4. To join (one thing) to another as if by grafting, so as to bring about a close union.
  5. To cover, as a ring bolt, block strap, splicing, etc., with a weaving of small cord or rope-yarns.
  6. To form a graft polymer
  7. To work.
  8. To obtain illegal gain from bribery or similar corrupt practices.

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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