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Meaning of reprise

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

reprise

Pronunciation:/ɹɪˈpɹaɪz/

noun

Definitions

  1. A recurrence or resumption of an action.

  2. A repetition of a phrase, a return to an earlier theme, or a second rendition or version of a song in a programme or musical.

  3. A renewal of a failed attack, after going back into the en garde position.

  4. A taking by way of retaliation.

verb

Definitions

  1. To take (something) up or on again.

  2. To repeat or resume an action

    Example: The aging actress played the role she played in her youth, as if to reprise it.

  3. To recompense; to pay.