reposition

[ ree-puh-zish-uhn, rep-uh- ]

/ ˌri pəˈzɪʃ ən, ˌrɛp ə- /

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noun

the act of depositing or storing.

replacement, as of a bone.

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Origin of reposition

1580–90; <Late Latin repositiōn- (stem of repositiō) a laying up, equivalent to Latin reposit(us) (see reposit) + -iōn--ion

Words nearby reposition

report stage, reposal, repose, reposeful, reposit, reposition, repositor, repositorium, repository, repossess, repot

Other definitions for reposition (2 of 2)

reposition²

[ ree-puh-zish-uhn ]

/ ˌri pəˈzɪʃ ən /

verb (used with object)

to put in a new or different position; shift: to reposition the artwork on the advertising layout.

to change the image, marketing strategy, etc., of (a product) so as to appeal to a wider or different audience or market: to reposition a diet drink to appeal to teenagers.

Medicine/Medical, Surgery. to place (an organ or bone) in its original position.

Origin of reposition

1855–60; re- + position (v.)

OTHER WORDS FROM reposition

re·po·si·tion·a·ble, adjective

How to use reposition in a sentence

If a spacecraft needs to be repositioned, they can execute that too.
Space Force is using virtual-reality headsets to train its Guardians to work on satellites|Dalvin Brown|March 12, 2021|Washington Post
We went with a company that was repositioning its boat from Antarctic waters to Arctic waters.
A king penguin and a wedding anniversary inspired a couple to see all 18 species|Andrea Sachs|March 11, 2021|Washington Post
First let’s start with the term itself, what it means to clients and how it needs to be repositioned.
The Panda anniversary and what we desperately must remember about search|Kevin Mullaney|February 24, 2021|Search Engine Watch
Instead, pinch the edges of the mask with your fingers to reposition it.
How to wear a face mask for maximum protection|Erin Fennessy|February 2, 2021|Popular-Science

In addition to providing reliability to consumers and more order to city streets, this could significantly improve unit economics, reducing carbon emissions and the operational work required to maintain and reposition fleets.
Spin bets its scooter future on 3 wheels and remote-control tech|Kirsten Korosec|January 27, 2021|TechCrunch
But the President could easily reposition it as a friendly “pro-gun rights” gesture by outgoing Attorney General Eric Holder.
The GOP Senate: A New Utopia Dawns|P. J. O’Rourke|November 8, 2014|DAILY BEAST
According to Weyand, that gave Pistorius the ability to reposition his blades 20 percent more rapidly than a normal competitor.
The Unwarranted Mythology of Oscar Pistorius|Buzz Bissinger|February 15, 2013|DAILY BEAST
They brand is working to reposition themselves to contend with lifestyle giants like Michael Kors and Tory Burch.
Raf Simons Will Design Film Costumes; Naeem Khan's FLOTUS Moment|The Fashion Beast Team|January 23, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Then you step into it and sort of roll it up, hoping you get it in the proper place, because it is very difficult to reposition.
In My Family, Halloween Means One Thing: Latex|Laura Bennett|October 31, 2008|DAILY BEAST
Giffard seems to have attempted the reposition of the cord only once, and failed, apparently from the unusual size of the child.
A System of Midwifery|Edward Rigby
The reposition of the cord may be effected by the hand, or by means of an elastic catheter and ligature.
A System of Midwifery|Edward Rigby
When the reposition has been effected, he has merely to withdraw the stilet; the cord is instantly disengaged.
A System of Midwifery|Edward Rigby
In the majority of cases the reposition of the fragments alone is not sufficient to maintain accurate apposition.
Surgery, with Special Reference to Podiatry|Maximilian Stern

British Dictionary definitions for reposition

reposition

/ (ˌriːpəˈzɪʃən) /

noun

the act or process of depositing or storing

surgery the return of a broken or displaced organ, or part to its normal site

archaic the reinstatement of a person in a post or office

verb (tr)

to place in a new position

to target (a product or brand) at a new market by changing its image

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