Definition

To give food to someone or something again after they have not eaten for a while.

Example

After the storm, we had to refeed the animals that had run out of food.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard they need to refeed the animals at the shelter after last week's storm.

Yeah, it was really tough for them during that time.

I think we should organize a food drive to help refeed them properly.

That's a great idea! I can help spread the word.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Refeed → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "feed" (from Old English "fēdan", meaning to provide food). The word "refeed" means to provide food again or to feed again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'feeding' someone 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'feed' means to provide food.

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