reassign
UK: ˌriːəˈsaɪn | US: ˌriːəˈsaɪn
vt. to assign (someone or something) to a different task, position, or category
vt. to allocate or designate something again
reassign = re<again> + assign<allocate>
- re: A prefix from Latin meaning "again" or "back," indicating repetition or restoration.
- assign: Derived from Latin assignare ("to mark out, allot"), from ad- (to) + signare (to mark), related to signum (sign).
Etymology Origin:
The word "reassign" combines the prefix re- (indicating repetition) with assign (to allocate or designate). It emerged in the late 16th century, reflecting the need to describe the act of reallocating duties or roles. The logic is straightforward: re- + assign = "to assign again."
The manager decided to reassign the project to a more experienced team.
After the merger, many employees were reassigned to new departments.
The teacher reassigned the homework due to a scheduling error.
The software update required reassigning user permissions.
The military officer was reassigned to a base overseas.