Reattaching: meaning, definitions and examples

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reattaching

 

[ riːəˈtæʧɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

surgical procedure

Reattaching refers to the process of securing something back in its original place after it has been detached. This term is often used in medical contexts, specifically in surgeries where limbs or tissues are surgically connected again. It can also apply to non-medical contexts, such as reconnecting wires or fastening parts of an object. The act of reattaching is crucial for restoring function or coherence to an object or a biological system.

Synonyms

fixing, reconnecting, rejoining

Examples of usage

  • The surgeon is reattaching the severed nerve.
  • After the storm, they were reattaching the roof tiles.
  • He is reattaching the broken handle to the door.
  • The technician is reattaching the wires to the circuit board.

Translations

Translations of the word "reattaching" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reattach

🇮🇳 फिर से जोड़ना

🇩🇪 wieder anbringen

🇮🇩 menyambungkan kembali

🇺🇦 повторно приєднувати

🇵🇱 ponownie podłączyć

🇯🇵 再接続する

🇫🇷 reattaquer

🇪🇸 reatar

🇹🇷 yeniden bağlamak

🇰🇷 다시 연결하다

🇸🇦 إعادة التوصيل

🇨🇿 znovu připojit

🇸🇰 znovu pripojiť

🇨🇳 重新连接

🇸🇮 ponovno pritrditi

🇮🇸 aftengja aftur

🇰🇿 қайта қосу

🇬🇪 მחדש დაკავშირება

🇦🇿 yenidən qoşmaq

🇲🇽 reatar

Etymology

The term 'reattach' is formed from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and 'attach', which originates from Middle French 'attacher' (to fasten or join). The prefix shows the action of doing something once more or returning it to its original state. The concept of attaching or securing components together is ancient, dating back to when humans first created tools and structures. Initially, the term was used in physical contexts but has evolved to include various applications, such as in technology and medicine. The development of surgical techniques in the 20th century led to more frequent usage within medical discourse, indicating a significant advancement in restorative practices, whether it be in repairing limbs or fixing equipment.