Definition of recharge
intransitive verb
1 : to make a new attack
2 : to regain energy or spirit
transitive verb
1 : to charge again; especially : to restore anew the active materials in (a storage battery)
2 : to inspire or invigorate afresh : renew
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Examples of recharge in a Sentence
When the computer beeps, you need to recharge the battery.
It takes about an hour for the battery to recharge.
Take a break to give yourself time to recharge.
Recent Examples of recharge from the Web
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There were outlets to recharge phones and a tablet to order food and get flight updates.
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Bollar said another benefit of the Arlington station is that apartment dwellers, who generally don’t have garages for recharging at home, might now consider buying an electric car.
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First Known Use of recharge
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RECHARGE Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of recharge for English Language Learners
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: to refill (a battery) with electricity
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: to regain your energy and strength
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