reentry

[ ree-en-tree ]

noun

, plural re·en·tries.

1. an act of reentering.
2. the return from outer space into the earth's atmosphere of an earth-orbiting satellite, spacecraft, rocket, or the like.
3. Law. the retaking of possession under a right reserved in a prior conveyance.
4. Also called reentry card. Bridge, Whist. a card that will win a trick enabling one to regain the lead previously lost, especially the lead from a particular hand.

Word History and Origins

Origin of reentry¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; re-, entry

Example Sentences

It has also saved the state nearly $100 million annually, and those funds have gone to victim services and reentry programs.

From Los Angeles Times

Proposition 47 has helped the state save nearly $100 million a year on prison spending, and in turn, distributed the money to victim services and reentry programs.

From Los Angeles Times

That includes spouses who followed the current rules and voluntarily left the country to apply for reentry, and are now outside the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

The city is also making investments in “comprehensive reentry services,” including housing, mental health support, job placement and job training with input from interventionists, Lane said.

From Los Angeles Times

The container will be transferred to a reentry capsule that is due to return to Earth in the deserts of China’s Inner Mongolia region about June 25.

From Seattle Times