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verb · noun

reiterate

v. · n.
US /ɹiˈɪtɝˌeɪt/ UK /ɹˌiːˈɪtəɹˌeɪt/ re·it·er·ate UK spelling reiterated, reiterates, reiterating

  1. 01 C1 Advanced Formal

    v.to say something again so that your point is very clear.

    v.to state or do something again, often to reinforce a point or ensure comprehension. Transitive, requiring a direct object.

    Simple

    The manager wanted to reiterate that the deadline is tomorrow at noon.

    In context

    During the closing arguments, the lead counsel took the opportunity to reiterate the most compelling evidence presented during the trial.

    repeatrestaterecapitulate
  2. 02 C2 Proficiency Technical Science

    n.a tree that has vertical branches growing up next to the main trunk.

    n.a tree characterized by vertical branches that grow parallel to the main trunk and continue upward growth.

    Simple

    The botanist pointed out the reiterate growth pattern in the old pine tree.

    In context

    The study focused on how reiterate branches contribute to the overall canopy density in specific coniferous species.

OCHA reiterated its call on all parties to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure, and to allow aid to reach people quickly, safely and without obstruction.

UN News· 12 Aug 2026

This leaves airlines with little option but to reiterate their warnings and stick with tried and tested methods of ensuring staff are drilled to quickly deal with incidents when they occur.

BBC News· 6 Aug 2026

Early 15th century, from Late Latin reiteratus, past participle of reiterare (“to repeat”) from re- (“again”) + iterare (“to repeat”) from iterum (“again”).

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Origin la-lat reiteratus
Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Occasional
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