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Definition of reassign

transitive verb

Examples of reassign in a Sentence

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1611, in the meaning defined above

Dictionary Entries Near reassign

reassociative

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“Reassign.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reassign. Accessed 1 Apr. 2024.

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Definition of reassignment noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

reassignment

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  • a reassignment of duties

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  1. Reassign Definition & Meaning

    The meaning of REASSIGN is to assign (something or someone) again especially in a new or different way. How to use reassign in a sentence.

  2. reassignment noun

    Definition of reassignment noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  3. Reassignment

    Define reassignment. reassignment synonyms, reassignment pronunciation, reassignment translation, English dictionary definition of reassignment. tr.v. re·as·signed , re·as·sign·ing , re·as·signs 1.

  4. Reassignment

    reassignment: 1 n assignment to a different duty Types: secondment the detachment of a person from their regular organization for temporary assignment elsewhere Type of: assignment , duty assignment a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces)