revive
[ ri-vahyv ]
/ rɪˈvaɪv /
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verb (used with object), re·vived, re·viv·ing.
verb (used without object), re·vived, re·viv·ing.
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revive
/ (rɪˈvaɪv) /
verb
Derived forms of revive
Word Origin for revive
C15: from Old French revivre to live again, from Latin revīvere, from re- + vīvere to live; see vivid
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Medical definitions for revive
revive
[ rĭ-vīv′ ]
v.
To bring back to life or consciousness; resuscitate.
To regain health, vigor, or good spirits.
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