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Restarting: meaning, definitions and examples

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restarting

 

[ rɪˈstɑːrtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

computing action

Restarting refers to the process of turning a computer or electronic device off and then back on again. This action can resolve various issues, refresh system resources, or apply updates. It is a common troubleshooting step in computing.

Synonyms

reboot, reset, turn off and on

Examples of usage

  • I had to restart my laptop to install the latest updates.
  • Restarting the router fixed my internet connection issues.
  • The program crashed, so I am restarting it.
Context #2 | Verb

everyday action

Restarting can also refer to beginning an activity again after it has stopped. This may apply to various contexts, such as a game or a project that requires a fresh start.

Synonyms

begin again, reinitiate, resume

Examples of usage

  • After the setback, we are restarting the project from scratch.
  • She decided to restart the game to try for a better score.
  • Let's restart this discussion after the break.

Translations

Translations of the word "restarting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reiniciando

🇮🇳 पुनः आरंभ करना

🇩🇪 neustarten

🇮🇩 memulai ulang

🇺🇦 перезапуск

🇵🇱 ponowne uruchomienie

🇯🇵 再起動

🇫🇷 redémarrer

🇪🇸 reiniciando

🇹🇷 yeniden başlatma

🇰🇷 재시작

🇸🇦 إعادة التشغيل

🇨🇿 restartování

🇸🇰 reštartovanie

🇨🇳 重启

🇸🇮 ponovni zagon

🇮🇸 endurræsa

🇰🇿 қалпына келтіру

🇬🇪 მחדש დაწყება

🇦🇿 yenidən başlama

🇲🇽 reiniciando

Etymology

The word 'restart' is formed from the prefix 're-', which comes from Latin 're-' meaning 'again', and the word 'start', which has its origins in Middle English 'starten' meaning 'to leap up, jump, or startle'. The modern usage of the term 'restart' became prominent with the rise of computers in the late 20th century, especially in relation to software applications and operating systems. It encapsulates the action of refreshing the device’s state, and with technological advancements, the term evolved to have a more specialized meaning in the realm of computing. Today, 'restarting' is an essential process in maintaining and troubleshooting devices, highlighting its significance in our digital experiences.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,630 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.