rediscover

verb

re·​dis·​cov·​er (ˌ)rē-di-ˈskə-vər How to pronounce rediscover (audio)
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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Through the structured, compassionate work of Literacy Rescue, individuals once defined by limitation can rediscover their voice, their confidence, and their place in the world. Nia Bowers, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025 The new season will jump ahead a decade from the events that concluded season one, a creative choice that Marks said reflects both the realities of modern television production and an opportunity to rediscover the characters in a fresh context. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Nov. 2025 That day, Gaza rediscovered its heartbeat, its resilience, and, above all, its hope. Literary Hub, 13 Nov. 2025 That’s until Daniel meets Maria, played by Sofia Kunz, an Argentine woman trapped by societal expectations, which leads both to confront their fears and rediscover the courage to embrace their true selves, according to a synopsis from the producers. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rediscover

Word History

First Known Use

1621, in the meaning defined above

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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 14 Nov. 2025.

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