Definition

The action of delivering something again after the first attempt was unsuccessful or not completed.

Example

The package was sent for redelivery after the initial delivery failed.

Conversation

Did you hear about the redelivery scheduled for tomorrow?

Yeah, I hope they actually bring my package this time!

It’s so frustrating when they mess up the delivery.

I know, right? Fingers crossed for a smooth redelivery!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Redelivery → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "deliver" (from Old French *delivrer*, meaning to free or set free). The word "redelivery" means the act of delivering something again or a second time.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') when you 'deliver' something — that's why redelivery means to deliver again.

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