Reattaching: meaning, definitions and examples

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reattaching

 

[riːəˈtæʧɪŋ ]

Definition

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.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from 're-', a prefix meaning 'again', and 'attach', which means to fasten or join.
  • In the late 15th century, 'attach' was derived from the Latin 'attaccare', meaning to fasten or to join.
  • The concept of reattaching doesn't just apply to physical objects; it's also used in contexts like relationships or feelings.

Science

  • In medical procedures, reattaching limbs or tissues is crucial for recovery after injuries.
  • Biologists observe processes like grafting, where they reattach parts of plants to help them grow together.
  • Research in neuroscience explores how reattaching nerves after injury can help restore movement and sensation.

Psychology

  • The term can also extend metaphorically, such as reattaching to past memories or rebuilding emotional connections.
  • In therapy, 'reattaching' can refer to reconnecting to positive experiences that help in healing from trauma.
  • Reattaching to one's sense of self can be important in recovering from identity loss or crisis.

Art and Craft

  • In art, reattaching can refer to fixing parts of a sculpture or collage that have fallen off.
  • Crafting projects often involve reattaching embellishments to bring a piece back to life.
  • Restoration art requires reattaching pieces of historical artifacts to preserve their integrity.

Pop Culture

  • In movies, characters often have story arcs that involve reattaching to family or loved ones after a separation.
  • Many songs explore themes of reattaching with lost love or mending broken relationships.
  • Reality shows frequently depict the emotional journey of reattaching friendships or family bonds.

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