Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

restart

verb
/riːˈstɑːrt/
Definition
To start something again after it has been stopped.
Examples
  • After the software update, you need to restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
  • Let’s restart our discussion on the project after we gather more data.
  • He decided to restart his workout routine to get back in shape.
Meaning
Restart refers to the process of turning something off and then back on again, often used in the context of computers or systems, but can apply to a variety of scenarios where a fresh start is needed.
Synonyms
  • Reboot
  • Reinitiate
  • Resume
  • Begin again