transplantation
US /ˌtræn.splænˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌtræn.splænˈteɪ.ʃən/
1.
the action of transplanting tissue or an organ in a patient
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Organ transplantation has saved many lives.
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Bone marrow transplantation is a complex procedure.
2.
the action of moving something to another place
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The transplantation of trees to the new park was successful.
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Cultural transplantation can lead to interesting new forms.