Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

resettle

verb
/ˌriːˈsɛtəl/
Definition
To settle again in a new place or to establish a new residence.
Examples
  • After the natural disaster, many families had to resettle in different towns.
  • The organization helps refugees resettle in safer areas.
  • He decided to resettle in a larger city for better job opportunities.
Meaning
Resettle refers to the act of moving to a new location for the purpose of establishing a home or community after having previously settled elsewhere.
Synonyms
  • reestablish
  • relocate
  • move
  • rehome