Found 2 items, similar to proliferation.
English → English (WordNet)
Definition: proliferation
proliferation
n 1: growth by the rapid multiplication of parts
2: a rapid increase in number (especially a rapid increase in
the number of deadly weapons);
“the proliferation of
nuclear weapons” [ant:
nonproliferation,
nonproliferation]
English → English (gcide)
Definition: Proliferation
Proliferation
\Pro*lif`er*a"tion\, n.
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1. (Biol.) The continuous development of cells in tissue
formation; cell formation. --Virchow.
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2. (Zo["o]l.) The production of numerous zooids by budding,
especially when buds arise from other buds in succession.
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