emergence (n.)

  1. the gradual beginning or coming forth; figurines presage the emergence of sculpture in Greece

    [ Syn: outgrowth , growth ]

  2. the becoming visible; not a days difference between the emergence of the andrenas and the opening of the willow catkins

    [ Syn: egress , issue ]

  3. the act of emerging

    [ Syn: emersion ]

  4. the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent

    [ Syn: egress , egression ]

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