1. the phenomenon of vitality and freshness being restored - the annual rejuvenation of the landscape • Syn: greening • Derivationally related forms: green (for: greening), rejuvenate • Hypernyms: organic phenomenon 2. the act of restoring to a more youthful condition • Derivationally related forms: rejuvenate • Hypernyms: restoration • Hyponyms: refreshment, recreation