repumping
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /rɪˈpʌmpɪŋ/
KK: /rɪˈpʌmpɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of using a laser to elevate an electron in an atom or ion back to a higher energy state.
Example
The scientist explained the technique of repumping to enhance the efficiency of the laser system.
Conversation
I was reading about repumping in lasers and it sounds fascinating.
Really? What exactly does it involve?
It’s all about raising electrons back to higher energy states, which is pretty cool.
That does sound interesting! I had no idea lasers worked like that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reexcitation
reinstatement
restoration
Antonyms
depletion
diminution
loss
verb
Definition
To pump something again, usually to restore pressure or flow.
Example
The technician is repumping the water to ensure the system works properly.
Tense Forms
Past: repumped
Past Participle: repumped
Conversation
Did you remember to repump the air in the tires before the trip?
Oh no, I completely forgot about that!
We should definitely repump them before we hit the road.
Root Explanation
Repumping → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "pumping" (from the verb "pump", which has origins in Middle English *pompen*, meaning to draw liquid). The word "repumping" means the act of pumping something again.
Memory Tip
Think of doing the action of 'pumping' again, as 're-' means again and 'pumping' refers to the action of drawing liquid.
Visually Confused Words
plumping