redintegrate

verb

redintegrated; redintegrating; redintegrates

transitive verb

archaic
: to restore to a former and especially sound state

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin redintegratus, past participle of redintegrare, from re-, red- re- + integrare to make complete — more at integrate

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of redintegrate was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Redintegrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redintegrate. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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