reunification

American  

[ree-yoo-nuh-fi-key-shuhn] / riˌyu nə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the joining back together of people or things that were separated; reunion.

   The summit facilitated dialogue that would eventually contribute to German reunification.

   This new immigration law favors immigrants seeking reunification with parents, spouses, and children.

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Etymology

Origin of reunification

First recorded in 1870–75; re- ( def. ) + unification ( def. )

Explanation

Coming back together again after being separated or in conflict is called reunification. This noun is usually used to describe relations between countries, states, or territories. It's not uncommon that two countries will be allied and then find themselves clashing or even going to war against each other. If they eventually join forces again, it's an example of reunification. In recent history, the merging of East and West Germany back into one single country, in 1990, can be called reunification. Reunification, from the verb unify, comes from the Late Latin unificare, "make one."

Example Sentences

A reunification point was set up at Rancho Alamitos High School at 11351 Dale St.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

US First Lady Melania Trump has reportedly been involved in facilitating the reunification of children.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

More than that, it also created what fans had been clamoring for ever since the sport’s big breakup: a step toward reunification.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

"This historic event marks the reunification of the Piprahwa gem relics of Lord Buddha, repatriated after 127 years," the Ministry of Culture said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jan. 3, 2026

The Christian Democratic Union, a non-Communist party pushing for reunification with West Germany, emerged victorious.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau