greffe Definition
- 1graft (noun)
- 2transplant (noun)
- 3grafting (verb)
Using greffe: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "greffe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The greffe of a skin transplant was successful.
Example
The greffe of the apple tree branch onto the pear tree trunk was successful.
Example
He learned the art of greffe from his grandfather.
greffe Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for greffe
Phrases with greffe
greffe en couronne
crown grafting, a method of grafting where the scion is grafted to the trunk of the rootstock at the same height as the branches
Example
The greffe en couronne is a popular method for fruit trees.
greffe en fente
cleft grafting, a method of grafting where a cleft is made in the stem of the rootstock and the scion is inserted into the cleft
Example
The greffe en fente is a common method for woody plants.
rejet de greffe
graft rejection, a condition where the host plant rejects the graft
Example
The rejet de greffe can be caused by many factors, such as disease or incompatibility.
Origins of greffe
from Old French 'greffe', meaning 'graft'
Summary: greffe in Brief
'Greffe' [ɡʁɛf] refers to the process of grafting or transplanting a scion onto a rootstock. It is a method used in horticulture and medicine, with examples like 'The greffe of a skin transplant was successful.' and 'The greffe of the apple tree branch onto the pear tree trunk was successful.' 'Greffe' has different techniques, such as 'greffe en couronne' and 'greffe en fente,' and can be affected by 'rejet de greffe,' or graft rejection.
