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Emergence Definition & Meaning

emergence
noun
  1. the gradual beginning or coming forth; "figurines presage the emergence of sculpture in Greece"
  2. the becoming visible; "not a day's difference between the emergence of the andrenas and the opening of the willow catkins"
  3. the act of emerging
  4. the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent

"Emergence" in song lyrics

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  • "the emergence"
    AOL — AOL
  • "Naval power will be the key to India's emergence"
    IBN Live — IBN Live

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Frequently asked questions

What does emergence mean?
the gradual beginning or coming forth; "figurines presage the emergence of sculpture in Greece" the becoming visible; "not a day's difference between the emergence of the andrenas and the opening of the willow catkins" the act of emerging the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent
What part of speech is emergence?
Emergence is a noun.
How many definitions does emergence have?
Emergence has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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