reentry

American  

[ree-en-tree] / riˈɛn tri /

Also re-entry,

noun

reentries plural

1. an act of reentering.

2. the return from outer space into the earth's atmosphere of an earth-orbiting satellite, spacecraft, rocket, or the like.

3. Law. the retaking of possession under a right reserved in a prior conveyance.

4. Also called reentry card.  Bridge, Whist. a card that will win a trick enabling one to regain the lead previously lost, especially the lead from a particular hand.

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Other Word Forms

Inflected Forms

noun

• reentries
  plural

Etymology

Origin of reentry

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; see origin at re-, entry

Example Sentences

“This technology facilitates ease of reentry into our parks and helps prevent fraud,” the company noted in its website.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Estelle, who’s long held permanent resident status in the U.S., is a veteran at navigating the reentry process when she returns from visiting relatives in her native France.

From Salon • May 14, 2026

Reflective thermal tape, which is designed to burn away during reentry, remains visible in several areas.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

By using a new reentry trajectory, Isaacman said that “no unexpected conditions were observed” in initial assessments.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

John Glenn adjusted the capsule to the correct reentry position and prepared himself for the worst.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly