Regenerator

re·gen·er·ate  (r-jn-rt)

v. re·gen·er·at·ed, re·gen·er·at·ing, re·gen·er·ates

v.tr.

1. To reform spiritually or morally.

2. To form, construct, or create anew, especially in an improved state.

3. To give new life or energy to; revitalize.

4. Biology To replace (a lost or damaged organ or part) by formation of new tissue.

v.intr.

1. To become formed or constructed again.

2. To undergo spiritual conversion or rebirth; reform.

3. To effect regeneration.

n. (-r-t)

1. One who is spiritually reborn.

2. Biology A regenerated organ or part.

adj. (-r-t)

1. Spiritually or morally reformed.

2. Formed or created anew.

3. Restored to a better state; refreshed or renewed.

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[Latin regenerre, regenert-, to reproduce : re-, re- + generre, to beget; see generate.]

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re·gener·a·ble (-r--bl) adj.

re·gener·ate·ly adv.

re·gener·ator n.