Definition

The action of attaching something again after it has been detached.

Example

The reattachment of the severed limb was successful after the surgery.

Conversation

Did you hear about the reattachment procedure they did on that old painting?

Yeah, I read about it! It’s amazing how they restored it.

I wonder how they managed the reattachment without damaging it further.

I guess they have some really skilled conservators for that kind of work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reattachment → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "attachment" (from Old French *atachier*, meaning to fasten or join). The word "reattachment" means the act of fastening or joining again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'fastening' ('attachment') to remember that reattachment means to fasten something again.

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