rededicate
UK[ˌriːˈdedɪkeɪt]US[ˌriːˈdedɪkeɪt]
v
to commit (oneself, one's time, etc.) to a particular task or purpose again, or with renewed effort.
v
to formally declare (a building, monument, etc.) open for public use again, often in a ceremony.
Morpheme Breakdown
re
dedicate
re
again
dedicate
to devote
Etymology
the word 'rededicate' is a modern english formation, built upon the established verb 'dedicate'. the core verb 'dedicate' entered english in the late 15th century from latin 'dedicatus', the past participle of 'dedicare', meaning "to devote, consecrate, proclaim". this latin term itself is a compound of 'de-' meaning "away, thoroughly" and 'dicare' meaning "to proclaim, declare". the prefix 're-', of latin origin, was attached in english to signify repetition or renewal. therefore, 'rededicate' literally means "to devote or consecrate thoroughly again," a meaning that has been maintained in both its abstract sense of personal recommitment and its ceremonial sense for buildings or monuments.
Analysis
Structure: re (again) + dedicate (to devote)
re is a prefix of latin origin meaning "again" or "back". dedicate is a verb of latin origin, from 'dedicare' meaning "to proclaim, devote, consecrate".
Examples
after a period of reflection, she decided to rededicate herself to her studies.
the community gathered to rededicate the restored town hall.
the team's loss prompted them to rededicate their efforts to training.