Transplantation
(noun)
- The action or process of transplanting, in particular the surgical procedure of transferring a solid organ from one body to another.
- The transfer of something from one place to another, especially in order to establish it in a new location.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from french transplantation, from transplanter 'to transplant'.
Examples:
- The transplantation of the heart was successful and the patient is recovering well.
- Transplantation of the liver is a complex procedure and requires careful preparation.
- The transplantation of the plant to the new garden was a success and it is now thriving.
- Transplantation of the colony to a new planet is essential for its survival.
- The transplantation of the music festival to a new location has proved to be successful.