ingrow

/ɪŋˈɡroʊ/

Definitions

1. verb

to grow into or become part of something

“The seed will ingrow into the surrounding soil.”

2. noun

a type of hair growth, especially around the eyelashes or eyebrows, where the hair grows inwards or outwards, causing it to be ingrown

“She has a problem with ingrow around her eyes.”

3. verb

to become embedded in something, especially a surface

“The splinter will ingrow into the wood if it’s not removed.”

Synonyms

  • embed
  • grow

Antonyms

  • detach
  • separate