reconnect

verb

re·​con·​nect (ˌ)rē-kə-ˈnekt How to pronounce reconnect (audio)
reconnected; reconnecting; reconnects
Synonyms of reconnectnext

transitive + intransitive

: to connect again
The project … is reconnecting a road that was buried after a massive landslide …Juan Reyes
The organization also hosts family workshops that allow returning servicemen and women to reconnect with their children through woodworking projects such as bird houses.Deborah Sullivan Brennan

Examples of reconnect in a Sentence

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On the trip, Jaliya reconnects with Andre, her childhood crush—and also starts to fall for a new acquaintance named India. Literary Hub, 1 June 2026 Cancer season, for instance, brings attention to your social life, networks and long-term goals, making this a pivotal time to reconnect with people who support you and your growth. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026 Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026 Then reconnect privately with former colleagues and clients. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for reconnect

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reconnect was in 1700

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“Reconnect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reconnect. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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