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:
The store will reopen next Monday after renovations.
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:
The committee decided to reopen the investigation into the incident.
Let's not reopen old wounds by discussing that topic again.