graft

Definitions

1. 1.To insert (a graft) in a branch or stem of another tree; to propagate by insertion in another stock; also, to insert a graft upon. [Formerly written graff.]
2. 2.(Surg.) To implant a portion of (living flesh or akin) in a lesion so as to form an organic union.
3. 3.To join (one thing) to another as if by grafting, so as to bring about a close union. And graft my love immortal on thy fame ! Pope.
4. 4.(Naut.) To cover, as a ring bolt, block strap, splicing, etc., with a weaving of small cord or rope-yarns.
5. 5.To insert scions from one tree, or kind of tree, etc., into another; to practice grafting.

Source: Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913 edition (public domain, via GCIDE / Project Gutenberg).

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• What is to insert (a graft) in a branch or stem of another tree; to propagate by insertion in another stock; also, to insert a graft upon. [Formerly written graff.] called?
• What is to implant a portion of (living flesh or akin) in a lesion so as to form an organic union called?
• What is to join (one thing) to another as if by grafting, so as to bring about a close union. And graft my love immortal on thy fame ! Pope called?
• What is to cover, as a ring bolt, block strap, splicing, etc., with a weaving of small cord or rope-yarns called?
• What is to insert scions from one tree, or kind of tree, etc., into another; to practice grafting called?