graft
//ɡrɑːft//
Noun
A shoot or twig inserted into a slit on the trunk or stem of a living plant, from which it receives sap.
The gardener carefully inserted the graft into the apple tree.
A piece of living tissue that is transplanted surgically.
The surgeon used a skin graft to cover the burn wound.
Synonym
Verb
To insert a graft on a plant or tree.
The gardener grafted a branch from the apple tree onto the pear tree.
To transplant living tissue surgically.
The surgeon grafted skin from the patient's thigh onto the burned area.
To attach or incorporate something as if by grafting.
The director grafted modern elements onto the classic play.
Noun
The acquisition of money, gain, or advantage by dishonest, unfair, or illegal means, especially through the abuse of one's position or influence in politics or business.
The mayor was arrested for graft after accepting bribes from construction companies.