re-enactment
UK: /ˌriː.ɪˈnækt.mənt/ | US: /ˌriː.ɪˈnækt.mənt/
n. the act of performing or recreating a past event, often for educational or ceremonial purposes
n. (law) the process of making a legal document or agreement valid again
The word "re-enactment" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with the verb "enact" (from Old French "enactier," meaning "to make into law" or "perform"). The suffix "-ment" (from Latin "-mentum") forms a noun indicating the result of an action. Originally tied to legal contexts (revalidating laws), it later expanded to describe historical recreations, emphasizing repetition and performance.
The Civil War re-enactment drew hundreds of spectators.
The theater group will re-enact the famous trial next month.
Re-enactment of ancient rituals helps preserve cultural heritage.
The documentary included a re-enactment of the scientist’s discovery.
Legal re-enactment of the treaty required parliamentary approval.