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Repristination

/ˌriː.prɪs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
nounCEFR C2 (Proficient)Top #15000 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    The act of restoring something to its original state or condition.

    "The repristination of the historic building was celebrated by the community."
  2. 2

    A revival or return to a previous form or condition, especially in cultural or artistic contexts.

    "The repristination of classical music styles has influenced modern composers."

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The term 'repristination' is derived from the Latin 'repristinare', which means 'to restore to a former state'. It combines 're-', meaning 'again', with 'pristinus', meaning 'former' or 'original'. The word emerged in the English language in the mid-20th century, often used in contexts related to restoration or revival of previous conditions or states.

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