recount
UK: rɪˈkaʊnt | US: rɪˈkaʊnt
vt. to tell or describe something in detail
vt. to count something again
The word "recount" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with the verb "count" (from Old French "conter," ultimately from Latin "computare," meaning "to calculate"). The dual meanings reflect both literal recounting (re-counting numbers) and figurative recounting (retelling a story). This duality showcases how prefixes can layer new meanings onto existing roots.
She asked the election officials to recount the votes due to a narrow margin.
He began to recount his adventures during the trip.
The witness was asked to recount the events of that night.
The teacher told the students to recount their money before submitting the fundraiser totals.
Ancient bards would recount epic tales to entertain their audiences.