re-trace

[ ree-treys ]

verb (used with object)

, re-traced, re-trac·ing.

1. to trace again, as lines in writing or drawing.

re-trace

/ riːˈtreɪs /

verb

1. tr to trace (a map, drawing, etc) again

Word History and Origins

Origin of re-trace¹

First recorded in 1750–60; re- + trace ¹

Example Sentences

Dick had only time to draw the poor woman on one side, when he was compelled, with his companions, rapidly to re-trace his steps.

From Project Gutenberg

So we must now march to meet him, and without losing an hour he must re-trace his steps toward Yunnan with his precious charge.

From Project Gutenberg