reenactor

noun

re·​en·​act·​or ˌrē-ə-ˈnak-tər How to pronounce reenactor (audio)
: a person who participates in reenactments of historical events

Examples of reenactor in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Sweet Reminder performs 1940s to 1960s hits on both days, which also feature food vendors, a beer garden in a tent from Vietnam and reenactor booths with items including reproduction military uniforms, souvenirs and collectibles. Jessi Virtusio, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2024 Historical reenactors will illustrate the 150-year history of Burnet Woods. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2024 Herman said 2023’s Military History Weekend had 450 reenactors and about the same number could be involved this year. Jessi Virtusio, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2024 The main event, held Monday from 1 to 3 p.m., proceeds along Fairfax and Royal streets in the heart of Old Town and is filled with Revolutionary War reenactors, classic cars, marching bands, color guards, and floats representing local businesses and organizations. Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 15 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reenactor 

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Word History

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reenactor was in 1980

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“Reenactor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reenactor. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

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