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reset

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɹisɛt// UK //ɹɪsˈɛt// re·set

n. the act of starting something again from the beginning. You do this to make a system or a situation work correctly after a problem.

n. the act of restoring a device, system, or situation to its original state or a new starting point. Often implies a clearing of previous errors or data to allow for a fresh commencement.


SIMPLE

The computer needs a quick reset to fix the error.

CONTEXTUAL

After a stressful month at work, a weekend in the mountains was the perfect mental reset for the team.

COMPLEX

Economists are calling for a fundamental reset of the country's fiscal policy to address the growing gap between inflation and wage growth.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

From re- + set.

Etymology 2

Borrowed from Middle Scots resett, from Early Scots reset, from Anglo-Norman recet (noun), recetter (verb), from Latin receptus (noun), receptāre (verb). Compare receipt.

Usage

Often used with the verbs 'perform', 'do', or 'require'.

Idioms1 entry

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