reenactor

noun

re·​en·​act·​or ˌrē-ə-ˈnak-tər How to pronounce reenactor (audio)
: a person who participates in reenactments of historical events

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His team created a presentation using 3D technology and live-action scenes filmed with local war reenactors and stunt experts at rapper Tech N9ne’s studio in Lee’s Summit. Lisa Gutierrez july 3, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2025 Visitors at Bodiam Castle in Sussex, were watching a combat demonstration between two male reenactors on Sunday, June 29, when one man sustained a serious injury. Rachel McRady, People.com, 1 July 2025 It’s also recommended to visit the nearby National Archives – home of the Declaration of Independence – at 10 a.m. for a reading of the Declaration by reenactors. Michele Herrmann, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 This year’s celebration will be July 3 and 4 with programming that includes presidential reenactors, cultural interpreters and an evening military band performance. Lisa Meyers McClintick, USA Today, 21 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for reenactor

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First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reenactor was in 1980

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“Reenactor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reenactor. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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