1. (n.) The act of innovating; introduction of something new, in customs, rites, etc.
2. (n.) A change effected by innovating; a change in customs; something new, and contrary to established customs, manners, or rites.
3. (n.) A newly formed shoot, or the annually produced addition to the stems of many mosses.
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