allograft
Plural: allografts
Noun
- tissue or organ transplanted from a donor of the same species but different genetic makeup; recipient's immune system must be suppressed to prevent rejection of the graft
- A surgical transplant of tissue between genetically different individuals of the same species.
Verb
- To perform a transplant of this kind.
Origin / Etymology
From allo- + graft.
Synonyms
Scrabble Score: 13
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Words With Friends Score: 16
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