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recondition

|re/con/di/tion|

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/ˌriːkənˈdɪʃən/

restore to good condition

Etymology
Etymology Information

'recondition' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'condition' meaning 'state or situation'.

Historical Evolution

'recondition' evolved from the combination of 're-' and 'condition' in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to bring back to a previous state', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to restore something to a good or satisfactory condition.

The mechanic reconditioned the old car engine.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35