reprint
|re/print|
B2
/ˈriːˌprɪnt/
print again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reprint' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'print' from Latin 'premere' meaning 'to press'.
Historical Evolution
'reprint' evolved from the Middle English word 'prenten', which was derived from the Old French 'preindre', eventually becoming the modern English word 'print'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to press or imprint', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to print again'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a new impression or edition of a book or other printed material.
The publisher decided to issue a reprint of the popular novel.
Synonyms
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