Definition

To change the flag under which a ship or aircraft is registered, often to a different country.

Example

The company decided to reflag their cargo ship to comply with new regulations.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they are going to reflag the old cargo ship?

Really? I didn’t know that was happening.

Yeah, they need to give it a new nationality for the new owners.

That makes sense, I hope it helps improve its operations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reflag → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "flag" (from Old English *flæge*, meaning a piece of cloth or banner). The word "reflag" means to flag again or to change the flag of a ship or organization.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and a 'banner' ('flag') — that's why reflag means to change or display a flag again.

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