verb Uncommon

reopen

ree-OH-puhn

Reopen (verb) means to open something again after it has been closed. Example: “The museum reopened after a two-year renovation.”

verb

To open something again after it has been closed.

"The museum reopened after a two-year renovation."

"She reopened the old case after new evidence surfaced."

How to use reopen

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo make something open again, whether it is a shop, a discussion, or a wound.

Common pairings

reopen negotiations reopen a wound reopen for business

Word forms

reopened past tense, reopens singular

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Etymology

From re-, "again," plus open.

Rhymes for reopen

open

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reopen” mean?

The word “reopen” means to open something again after it has been closed. In plain terms, to make something open again, whether it is a shop, a discussion, or a wound.

How do you pronounce “reopen”?

“Reopen” is pronounced ree-OH-puhn (/ɹiːˈəʊpən/ in IPA).

How do you use “reopen” in a sentence?

Here is “reopen” used in a sentence: “The museum reopened after a two-year renovation.”

What part of speech is “reopen”?

“Reopen” is a verb.

Is “reopen” a common word?

“Reopen” is an uncommon word in modern English.