re-sit
|re-sit|
B2
/ˌriːˈsɪt/
take an exam again
Etymology
Etymology Information
're-sit' originates from English, combining the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' with the verb 'sit', referring to sitting for an exam.
Historical Evolution
're-sit' evolved from the practice of sitting for exams again, becoming a common term in educational contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to sit again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'taking an exam again'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
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