reissue

verb

re·​is·​sue (ˌ)rē-ˈi-(ˌ)shü How to pronounce reissue (audio)
 chiefly British  -ˈi-(ˌ)syü
reissued; reissuing; reissues
Synonyms of reissuenext

intransitive verb

: to come forth again

transitive verb

: to issue again
especially : to cause to become available again
reissue noun

Examples of reissue in a Sentence

The publisher has decided to reissue the author's out-of-print books.
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It was categorized as a Level 3 prior to Trump's second term, but its categorization was reissued after being reviewed and given minor edits. — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025 Magna Carta would not be reissued until 1225, under John’s son, Henry III. — Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 22 Feb. 2025 She has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice – in 1990 in tandem with first husband and collaborator Gerry Goffin and in 2021 as a solo artist The anniversary edition of Really Rosie will be reissued worldwide on 1-LP standard-weight black vinyl in a gatefold sleeve. — Paul Grein, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025 The spring 2025 drop features reissued a few best-sellers as well as new pieces. — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for reissue

Word History

First Known Use

1613, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

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The first known use of reissue was in 1613

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reissue

verb
re·​is·​sue -ˈish-ü How to pronounce reissue (audio)
: to issue again
especially : to cause to become available again
reissue a stamp
reissue noun

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