resurrect
Americanverb (used with object)
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to raise from the dead; bring to life again.
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to bring back into use, practice, etc..
to resurrect an ancient custom.
verb (used without object)
verb
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to rise or raise from the dead; bring or be brought back to life
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(tr) to bring back into use or activity; revive
to resurrect an ancient law
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(tr) to renew (one's hopes, etc)
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facetious (tr) (formerly) to exhume and steal (a body) from its grave, esp in order to sell it
Other Word Forms
- resurrector noun
- unresurrected adjective
Etymology
Origin of resurrect
First recorded in 1765–75; back formation from resurrection
Example Sentences
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With the dead tanker's identity magically resurrected, the zombie ship continues to ply its trade, free from sanctions.
From BBC
By clearing invasive trees and replanting native grasslands, he replenished the land’s topsoil and resurrected a dozen natural springs—which, in turn, lured back birds, insects and other wildlife.
A new special, premiering Wednesday on Disney+, resurrects the beloved variety program to celebrate the 50th anniversary since it first charmed viewers of all ages.
From Los Angeles Times
For example, some programs could eventually be resurrected by other local government agencies.
From Los Angeles Times
He also started diligently airbrushing or painting over photographs of the deceased: “I paint out all the abrasions, cuts and bruises, and open the eyes,” he explained, essentially resurrecting a likeness of the victim.
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