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Definition of recompose

recompose

/ˌriːkəmˈpoʊz/
re · com · pose
Adjective:recomposable
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Past Simple:recomposed
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Past Participle:recomposed
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Present Participle:recomposing
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recompose Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To compose, form, or arrange something again or in a new way.

Example

"The photographer stepped back to recompose the shot before the light faded."

2

To restore calmness, self-control, or equanimity to oneself or one's mind after agitation.

Example

"She took a few deep breaths outside the auditorium to recompose herself before speaking."

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• Rhymes for recompose

• Nearby Words

recommit
recommitment
recompense
recompose
recompute
recon
reconceive

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French recomposer, formed from the prefix re- ('again') and composer ('to put together').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Recompose. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/recompose
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