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From: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

 Graft, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Grafted; p. pr. & vb. n. Grafting.]
 1. To insert (a graft) in a branch or stem of another tree; to propagate by insertion in another stock; also, to insert a graft upon. [Formerly written graff.]
 2.  Surg. To implant a portion of (living flesh or akin) in a lesion so as to form an organic union.
 3.  To join (one thing) to another as if by grafting, so as to bring about a close union.
    And graft my love immortal on thy fame !   --Pope.
 4.  Naut. To cover, as a ring bolt, block strap, splicing, etc., with a weaving of small cord or rope-yarns.