Transplanting

Transplanting
Transplant Trans*plant", v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Transplanted}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Transplanting}.] [F. transplanter, L. transplantare; trans across, over + plantare to plant. See {Plant}.] 1. To remove, and plant in another place; as, to transplant trees. --Dryden. [1913 Webster]

2. To remove, and settle or establish for residence in another place; as, to transplant inhabitants. [1913 Webster]

Being transplanted out of his cold, barren diocese of St. David into a warmer climate. --Clarendon. [1913 Webster]


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