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Definition of restart

restart

/ˌriːˈstɑːrt/
re · start
Plural:restarts
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Adjective:restartable
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Past Simple:restarted
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Past Participle:restarted
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Present Participle:restarting
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restart Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To shut down and immediately boot up again (of a computer or electronic device).

Example

"If the application freezes, try to restart your computer."

2

To start or cause to start again after an interruption or pause.

Example

"The factory plans to restart production once the supply chain issues are resolved."

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• noun

1

The act of shutting down and immediately turning back on a computer system or electronic device.

Example

"The software update requires a quick system restart to take effect."

2

A new start or beginning after an interruption, pause, or failure.

Example

"The diplomatic talks are scheduled for a restart next Monday."

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• Rhymes for restart

• Nearby Words

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restate
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Restart. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/restart
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