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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Writing about the instantly appealing police Detective Renee Ballard also recharges Connelly, who has never been in better form.
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Those who use other ways to recharge (exercise, meditating, hobbies, nature interaction, etc.)
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Its lithium-ion battery can be recharged via inductive wireless charging and should deliver up to 31 miles of electric range as measured by the forgiving European certification methodology.
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To get the remainder out of service, Samsung and carriers like Verizon agreed to distribute a killer software update that was supposed to stop the phones from connecting to wireless networks or recharging.
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The 43-year-old Fickell remains in the honeymoon phase with UC fans, having recharged the program with a combination of energy and charisma.
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According to a source close to TMG, the manager focused on the cons (the exorbitant expense of creating infrastructure), while the client saw only the pros (a refuge for him and his family, a place to recharge for his next major studio picture).
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At the time, the defendant was in the guard house, close to the inner barrier, to recharge the battery of his wireless device, witnesses have said.
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The issue: The cars can take several hours to recharge, which can be inconvenient for people looking to top off during a quick pit stop.
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First Known Use of recharge
1598
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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