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Reopening: meaning, definitions and examples

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reopening

 

[ riːˈoʊpənɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

business context

Reopening refers to the act or process of opening something again that was previously closed. This can apply to physical locations such as stores, schools, or public places that had been shut down for various reasons, including renovations, emergencies, or health concerns. The term became particularly significant during the COVID-19 pandemic, as many businesses and institutions were forced to close temporarily and had to establish protocols for safely reopening. Reopening often involves implementing new guidelines to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

Synonyms

reestablishment, reinstatement, resumption

Examples of usage

  • The restaurant's reopening was eagerly anticipated by the community.
  • The city announced the reopening of local parks next month.
  • After several months, the school planned its reopening with enhanced safety measures.

Translations

Translations of the word "reopening" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reabertura

🇮🇳 फिर से खोलना

🇩🇪 Wiedereröffnung

🇮🇩 pembukaan kembali

🇺🇦 повторне відкриття

🇵🇱 ponowne otwarcie

🇯🇵 再開

🇫🇷 réouverture

🇪🇸 reapertura

🇹🇷 yeniden açılış

🇰🇷 재개

🇸🇦 إعادة الفتح

🇨🇿 znovuotevření

🇸🇰 znovuotvorenie

🇨🇳 重新开放

🇸🇮 ponovno odprtje

🇮🇸 endurnýting

🇰🇿 қайта ашу

🇬🇪 მחדש გახსნა

🇦🇿 təkrar açılış

🇲🇽 reapertura

Etymology

The word 'reopening' is formed by the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and the root word 'opening', which comes from the Old English 'openian', meaning 'to open'. The concept of reopening has been part of the English language for centuries, but its usage has increased in modern times, particularly in response to events that lead to closures. In recent history, the term gained prominence during global crises, such as the financial downturns and the COVID-19 pandemic, where many establishments faced temporary closures and later sought to reopen safely. This connection to societal and economic contexts has infused the word with significant relevance, as it encompasses not only physical spaces but also the broader implications of returning to normalcy.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,667, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.