rediscovered; rediscovering; rediscovers

transitive verb

: to discover (something lost or forgotten) again
In America we have only recently rediscovered the use of wild greens.Jasper White
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rediscovery noun
plural rediscoveries
The rediscovery of the woodpecker was touted by cryptozoologists as proof that animals thought long extinct may still exist. Benjamin Radford

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After rediscovering the mummies during a curation project at the Egyptian Museum in 2020, researchers finally examined them with advanced analysis techniques and equipment. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 July 2026 In this in-depth guide from AD, rediscover the importance and magic of Wright’s most famous private residence. Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026 After a season of struggle for Liverpool, Mac Allister appears to be rediscovering his mojo for Argentina, leaping brilliantly to head them in front from a Messi corner against Switzerland. Liam Twomey, New York Times, 13 July 2026 After injuries derailed her promising elite career and the sport’s abusive culture robbed her of her joy, Ohashi reached superstar status while rediscovering her love of the sport with UCLA. Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for rediscover

Word History

First Known Use

1621, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rediscover was in 1621

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“Rediscover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rediscover. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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