de novo
The term "de novo" is Latin for "anew" or "from the beginning," and is used across various fields to signify starting over or creating something from scratch.
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Definition
C1General
Starting anew or from the beginning.
Example
- The project was initiated de novo after the initial plans were scrapped.
C2Law
(technical)A review or trial conducted as if for the first time, without considering previous decisions.
Example
- The case was sent back for a trial de novo.
C2Biology
(technical)The synthesis of complex molecules from simple molecules within an organism.
Example
- De novo protein synthesis is essential for cellular function.
Similar
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