1. To remove, and
plant in other seat; as, to
transplant trees.
2. To remove, and
settle or
establish for residence in other seat; as, to
transplant inhabitants. "Being transplanted out of
his cool,
barren diocese of St. David
into a warmer climate." (Clarendon)
Origin: F. Transplanter, L. Transplantare; trans across, over + plantare to plant. See Plant.
Source: Websters Vocabulary