Definition

To take control of a place or area again after it has been vacated or taken over by someone else.

Example

The army plans to reoccupy the territory that was lost last year.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they plan to reoccupy the old library next month?

Really? I thought it was permanently closed after the renovations.

I know, right? It’s great that they're going to reoccupy it; we need a quiet place to study.

Absolutely! I can't wait to see what they've done with the place.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reoccupy → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "occupare" (meaning to seize or take possession of). The word "reoccupy" means to take possession of something again.

Memory Tip

Think of taking possession 'again' ('re-') of a place or thing that you had before.

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