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What Is the Meaning of Rebuilt?

The word "rebuilt" is an everyday part of the English language. It can be used literally or figuratively, and as a noun or a verb.
  1. Literal Verb

    • Used as a verb, in a literal sense, "rebuilt" means to be built again after being destroyed or falling into disrepair. An example of this use is: "The church is being rebuilt after the earthquake."

    Figurative Verb

    • Used as a verb, in a figurative sense, "rebuilt" means for something of a metaphoric nature to be built again after being destroyed or falling into disrepair. An example of this use is: "Her sense of confidence was rebuilt by the successful job interview."

    Noun

    • Used as a noun, "rebuilt" refers to an instance in which something, especially related to a motor vehicle, that has been brought back into working order. An example of this use is: "The car's engine is not new; it is rebuilt."

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