Reinvade: meaning, definitions and examples
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reinvade
[ ˌriːɪnˈveɪd ]
military action
To reinvade is to invade a territory or country again after having previously occupied it. This term is typically used in a historical or military context, referring to the act of reasserting control over an area that has already been invaded at an earlier time.
Synonyms
invade again, reoccupy, retake.
Examples of usage
- The troops were ordered to reinvade the region after the withdrawal.
- After years of peace, the leaders decided to reinvade the area they once occupied.
- Historically, nations have often chosen to reinvade territories for various political reasons.
Etymology
The word 'reinvade' is a combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'invade', which originates from the Latin word 'invadere'. The Latin root means 'to enter forcefully' or 'to attack'. The word 'invade' itself has been used in English since the 15th century, with various military and metaphorical interpretations throughout history. The prefix 're-' has been used to form verbs from Latin roots and denotes repetition or returning to a previous state. Thus, 'reinvade' suggests not just the act of invasion but implies a return to a past conflict or occupation. The use of the term has become particularly relevant in discussions of military strategy, territorial disputes, and historical analysis of warfare.