innovation

noun4

1. •
   The act of innovating; the introduction of something new, in customs, rites, etc.
2. •
   A change effected by innovating; a change in customs.
3. •
   Something new, and contrary to established customs, manners, or rites.

   • One of the remarkable innovations in concrete technology is the development of self-healing cementitious materials through the incorporation of bacterial agents. — 2024
4. •
   A newly formed shoot, or the annually produced addition to the stems of many mosses.