graft
In medical and botanical contexts, this term describes the physical fusion of two separate living entities to create a single, functional unit. It carries a clinical or technical tone, emphasizing the precision required to ensure that the transplanted tissue or plant shoot successfully integrates with the host.
Countable when referring to a specific medical transplant or a specific instance of corruption. Uncountable when referring to the general quality of hard work.
Meanings
The act of inserting a piece of living tissue into another part of the body to replace or repair damaged tissue.
The surgeon performed a skin graft on the burn victim.
The practice of using political power to obtain money or advantage dishonestly.
The investigation uncovered a massive system of graft within the city council.
Hard, diligent work, often involving physical labor.
He succeeded in the business through sheer graft and determination.
Phrasal Verbs
graft onto
to attach a piece of living tissue or a plant shoot to another
The surgeon carefully grafted the skin onto the wound.