Reassembly: meaning, definitions and examples
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reassembly
[ ˌriːəˈsɛmblɪ ]
process of putting back
Reassembly refers to the act of putting something back together after it has been taken apart. This process is often applicable in various fields such as engineering, mechanics, and electronics. In essence, it involves ensuring that all components return to their original or intended configuration. Proper reassembly is critical in maintaining the functionality and integrity of an assembled object or system. In many cases, the reassembly process may require following specific guidelines or instructions to ensure success.
Synonyms
reconstruction, reorganization, restoration.
Examples of usage
- The reassembly of the machine was completed in record time.
- After cleaning the parts, the reassembly process began.
- Reassembly of the puzzle took longer than expected.
- The technician supervised the reassembly of the equipment.
Translations
Translations of the word "reassembly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reessemblagem
🇮🇳 पुनःसंयोजन
🇩🇪 Wiederzusammenbau
🇮🇩 perakitan kembali
🇺🇦 перезбірка
🇵🇱 ponowne złożenie
🇯🇵 再組立
🇫🇷 réassemblage
🇪🇸 reensamblaje
🇹🇷 yeniden montaj
🇰🇷 재조립
🇸🇦 إعادة التجميع
🇨🇿 znovu sestavení
🇸🇰 opätovné zloženie
🇨🇳 重新组装
🇸🇮 ponovno sestavljanje
🇮🇸 afturhönnun
🇰🇿 қайта жинау
🇬🇪 ჯგუფური შეკრება
🇦🇿 yenidən yığma
🇲🇽 reensamblaje
Etymology
The word 'reassembly' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and 'assembly', which comes from the Latin 'assimulare' meaning 'to assemble'. The use of 're-' indicates a return to a previous state or action. 'Assembly' has its roots in the Old French word 'assembler', which itself comes from the late Latin 'assimulare', meaning 'to put together'. The term began to gain popularity during the industrial revolution when the need for instructions and processes for assembling and reassembling machinery became crucial. Over time, 'reassembly' has found its applications in many fields beyond machinery, including digital environments like software development and gaming, as well as in general contexts involving any kind of objects or systems that can be taken apart and put back together.