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reconditioned

 

[ ˌriːkənˈdɪʃənd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

product condition

Reconditioned refers to an item that has been restored to a 'like new' condition, typically through repairs, updates, or refurbishments. Reconditioned products are often sold at a reduced price compared to new ones while ensuring they meet specific quality standards.

Synonyms

refurbished, renovated, restored

Examples of usage

  • I bought a reconditioned laptop to save money.
  • The store offers reconditioned appliances with a warranty.
  • Reconditioned electronics can perform just as well as new ones.
  • Many people prefer reconditioned gadgets to reduce e-waste.

Translations

Translations of the word "reconditioned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recondicionado

🇮🇳 पुनःसंयोजित

🇩🇪 generalüberholt

🇮🇩 diperbaiki

🇺🇦 відновлений

🇵🇱 odnowiony

🇯🇵 再調整された

🇫🇷 reconditionné

🇪🇸 reacondicionado

🇹🇷 yenilenmiş

🇰🇷 재조정된

🇸🇦 مُعاد تشكيلها

🇨🇿 zrekonstruovaný

🇸🇰 rekonštruovaný

🇨🇳 翻新

🇸🇮 preurejen

🇮🇸 endurnýtt

🇰🇿 қайта өңделген

🇬🇪 აღდგენილი

🇦🇿 bərpa edilmiş

🇲🇽 reacondicionado

Etymology

The word 'reconditioned' is derived from the prefix 're-' which means 'again' or 'back,' and 'conditioned,' which comes from 'condition' referring to the state of something. The term 'condition' has its roots in the Latin word 'conditio,' meaning 'agreement or stipulation.' Reconditioning gained prominence in the mid-20th century as consumer culture began to recognize the value of reusing and restoring products rather than discarding them. With growing awareness about sustainability and environmental impact, the practice of reconditioning has become increasingly popular, allowing consumers to purchase lower-cost products that are still reliable and functional. This has been particularly evident in industries such as electronics, where new technology rapidly becomes obsolete, making older models more appealing when they are reconditioned.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,196, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.