1. (noun) outgrowth, branch, offshoot, offset
a natural consequence of development
Synonyms: outset, ramification, process, runner, emergence, first, stolon, setoff, growth, arm, offshoot, subdivision, commencement, start, offset printing, leg, get-go, kickoff, counterbalance, outgrowth, set-back, showtime, limb, offset, starting time, branch, appendage, beginning
2. (noun) emergence, outgrowth, growth
the gradual beginning or coming forth
Synonyms: development, process, emergence, maturation, egression, offshoot, growth, emersion, outgrowth, ontogeny, increment, ontogenesis, growing, offset, branch, appendage, issue, increase, egress
3. (noun) process, outgrowth, appendage
a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant
Synonyms: cognitive operation, process, emergence, procedure, offshoot, growth, physical process, extremity, cognitive process, outgrowth, member, operation, summons, offset, unconscious process, branch, mental process, appendage
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