reposition
UK: ˌriːpəˈzɪʃən | US: ˌripəˈzɪʃən
vt. to place or position something again or differently
n. the act of repositioning; a new position
The word "reposition" combines the Latin prefix "re-" (meaning "again" or "back") with the noun "position," derived from Latin "positio" (a placing or arrangement). The prefix "re-" implies repetition or reversal, while "position" retains its core meaning of placement. Together, they form a verb meaning "to place again" or "adjust the placement of something." This logical construction reflects the word's functional use in contexts like logistics, marketing, or medicine (e.g., repositioning a product or a joint).
The company decided to reposition its brand to attract younger customers.
Surgeons had to reposition the dislocated bone during the procedure.
She repositioned the furniture to create more space in the room.
The army was ordered to reposition its troops along the border.
After the storm, workers repositioned the fallen traffic signs.