3. The original tree from which a scion has been taken for grafting
upon another tree. Shak.
Graft"ing n. 1. (Hort.) The act, art, or process of inserting grafts.
2. (Naut.) The act or method of weaving a cover for a ring, rope end,
etc.
3. (Surg.) The transplanting of a portion of flesh or skin to a denuded
surface; autoplasty.