Meaning of the word reconstruct in English

What does reconstruct mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

reconstruct

US /ˌriː.kənˈstrʌkt/
UK /ˌriː.kənˈstrʌkt/
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Verb

1.

build or form (something) again after it has been damaged or destroyed

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They plan to reconstruct the old bridge.
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The city was completely reconstructed after the war.
2.

form an impression, model, or recreation of (a past event, process, or sequence of events) from available evidence

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Detectives tried to reconstruct the crime scene.
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Historians are working to reconstruct ancient civilizations.