recertification
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/ˌriːˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
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/ˌriːˌsɜːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
renewal of certification
Etymology
Etymology Information
'recertification' originates from the Latin prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'certificare' meaning 'to certify'.
Historical Evolution
'certificare' transformed into the Old French word 'certifier', and eventually became the modern English word 'certify'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make certain or confirm again', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of certifying something again, especially after the original certification has expired.
The recertification of the medical license is required every 5 years.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 05:51