reassociate
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/ˌriːəˈsoʊʃieɪt/
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/ˌriːəˈsəʊʃieɪt/
reconnect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reassociate' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'associate' from Latin 'associatus', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'sociatus' meant 'joined'.
Historical Evolution
'associate' changed from the Latin word 'associatus' and eventually became the modern English word 'associate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to join or connect', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to associate again'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to associate again or anew.
After the misunderstanding, they decided to reassociate their efforts.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45