Definitions

1. noun

a graft of tissue transferred from one part of the body to another in the same individual, often to repair damaged or missing tissue

“The surgeon performed an autograft to repair the patient’s damaged tendon.”

2. noun

a graft of tissue taken from one part of the body and used as a substitute for another part of the same body

“The doctor explained the concept of an autograft to the patient before the surgery.”

3. verb

to transfer tissue from one part of the body to another in the same individual

“The surgeon autografted the patient’s skin to cover the burned area.”