Rehung: meaning, definitions and examples
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rehung
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Rehung is the past participle of the verb 'rehang', meaning to hang something again or in a different manner. It often relates to pictures or artworks that need to be repositioned for better aesthetic appeal or practicality. This action may stem from a change in interior decor or simply a desire to enhance visibility and presentation. Rehanging can also apply to other items such as curtains or wall decorations.
Synonyms
reinstall, reposition, resuspend.
Examples of usage
- I rehung the pictures after painting the walls.
- She rehung the curtain to let more light in.
- They decided to rehung the awards in a more prominent spot.
Translations
Translations of the word "rehung" in other languages:
๐ต๐น rehung
๐ฎ๐ณ rehung
๐ฉ๐ช rehung
๐ฎ๐ฉ rehung
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะตัะตะฒัััะฒะฐะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ rehung
๐ฏ๐ต ๅๅใใ
๐ซ๐ท rehung
๐ช๐ธ rehung
๐น๐ท rehung
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฌ๊ฑธ์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ rehung
๐จ๐ฟ rehung
๐ธ๐ฐ rehung
๐จ๐ณ ้ๆฐๆฌๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ rehung
๐ฎ๐ธ rehung
๐ฐ๐ฟ rehung
๐ฌ๐ช rehung
๐ฆ๐ฟ rehung
๐ฒ๐ฝ rehung
Etymology
The term 'rehung' originates from the combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'hang'. The word 'hang' comes from the Old English 'hangian', which can be traced back to Germanic roots, where it meant to suspend or to be suspended. Historically, hanging has been associated with the decoration of spaces, dating back to ancient civilizations using textiles and artworks to embellish their surroundings. The prefix 're-' has been used in the English language since at least the 14th century, forming new verbs by indicating repetition. Over time, 'rehang' emerged as a practical term within the realm of home decor and art, reflecting society's evolving aesthetic sensibilities and the importance of interior design.