outgrowth — something that grows out of something else; a natural development or consequence
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something that grows out of something else; a natural development or consequence
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈaʊtɡroʊθ/
Example Sentences
- His successful YouTube channel was an unexpected outgrowth of his boring PowerPoint presentations at work.
- The new safety regulations are a direct outgrowth of last year's workplace accidents.
- My addiction to coffee was an outgrowth of my decision to become a programmer.
outgrowth
NOUN[/ˈaʊtɡroʊθ/]
something that grows out of something else; a natural development or consequence
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English, combining 'out' (meaning outward or beyond) with 'growth' (from Old English 'grōwth'). First recorded in the 16th century to describe anything that grows out from something else.
Breakdown
out- (outward, beyond) + growth (the process of growing or developing)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His successful YouTube channel was an unexpected outgrowth of his boring PowerPoint presentations at work.”
“The new safety regulations are a direct outgrowth of last year's workplace accidents.”
“My addiction to coffee was an outgrowth of my decision to become a programmer.”
“The festival is an outgrowth of the community's desire to celebrate local artists.”
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