reinvest
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re·in·vest

transitive verb \ˌrē-ən-ˈvest\

Definition of REINVEST

1
: to invest again or anew
2
a : to invest (as income from investments) in additional securities
b : to invest (as earnings) in a business rather than distribute as dividends or profits

Examples of REINVEST

  1. Many investors reinvest their dividends.
  2. Before you reinvest, consider your options carefully.
  3. The company reinvests a portion of its profits in new products.

First Known Use of REINVEST

circa 1611

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