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rebuilt

/ˌriːˈbɪlt/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.verb

Past tense and past participle of rebuild; to build something again after it has been damaged, destroyed, or dismantled.

Example Sentences:
  • The historic church was completely rebuilt after the devastating fire.
  • They rebuilt the engine to make the classic car run like new.
2.adjective

Constructed or assembled again; restored to a previous or better condition.

Example Sentences:
  • He bought a rebuilt transmission for his truck to save money.
  • The city's rebuilt infrastructure is now much more resilient to floods.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Formed from the prefix 're-' (meaning 'again' or 'anew') combined with 'built', the past tense and past participle of the verb 'build'. 'Build' traces back to Old English 'byldan' (to construct a house), ultimately of Germanic origin.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of RE- (doing something again) + BUILT (constructed), meaning constructed all over again.

Frequently Asked Questions About “rebuilt

1. What is the meaning of “rebuilt” in English?

In English, rebuilt (verb) is defined as: “Past tense and past participle of rebuild; to build something again after it has been damaged, destroyed, or dismantled.”.

2. How do you use “rebuilt” in a sentence?

The historic church was completely rebuilt after the devastating fire.

3. What are English synonyms of “rebuilt”?

Common synonyms include:reconstructed,restored,renovated,remade

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “rebuilt”?

Formed from the prefix 're-' (meaning 'again' or 'anew') combined with 'built', the past tense and past participle of the verb 'build'. 'Build' traces back to Old English 'byldan' (to construct a house), ultimately of Germanic origin.