What does "implantation" mean?

The way in which an organ, bone, muscle etc. becomes inserted into its set place.

Implantation

Common synonyms include: absorption and regurgitation, brainwashing, catechization, conditioning, confirmation, deep-rootedness.

noun

noun ·4 syllables ·Moderate ·College level

Noun

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The way in which an organ, bone, muscle etc. becomes inserted into its set place. countable, uncountable
2
a surgical procedure that places something in the human body wordnet
3
Planting; securing a plant etc. into the ground. countable, uncountable
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the act of planting or setting in the ground wordnet
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The introduction of a notion, idea or thought into someone's mind. countable, uncountable

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(embryology) the organic process whereby a fertilized egg becomes implanted in the lining of the uterus of placental mammals wordnet
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The act of inserting a medical implant. countable, uncountable
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The attachment of the fertilized ovum to the uterus wall. countable, uncountable
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The insertion of ions into the crystal structure of another material through ion bombardment. countable, uncountable