Meaning of the word reopen in English
What does reopen mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
reopen
US /ˌriːˈoʊ.pən/
UK /ˌriːˈəʊ.pən/
Verb
1.
to open again after being closed
Example:
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The store will reopen next Monday after renovations.
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The school decided to reopen for in-person classes.
2.
to start discussing or dealing with something again after a period of not doing so
Example:
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The committee decided to reopen the investigation into the incident.
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Let's not reopen old wounds by discussing that topic again.