Definition

To place something back into the ground after it has been removed.

Example

After the ceremony, they decided to rebury the time capsule in a different location.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the old time capsule they found in the park?

Yeah, I heard they plan to rebury it after checking the contents.

That's so interesting! I wonder what they found inside.

I hope it’s something cool — it's great they want to rebury it for future generations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rebury → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "bury" (from Old English "byrgan", meaning to place in the ground). The word "rebury" means to place something in the ground again.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') — like 'placing in the ground' ('bury') — that's why rebury means to bury something again.

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