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Meaning of reclaimed
The primary meaning of the word "reclaimed" is to take back or recover something, such as land, materials, or a previous condition.
Etymology of reclaimed
The word "reclaimed" originates from the Old French word "reclamer", which means to cry out or to claim
Historically, the term was used to describe the process of recovering or regaining something, such as land or a previous condition
Over time, the meaning of the word has expanded to include the recovery or reuse of materials and resources
Synonyms
restored
renovated
refurbished
rebuilt
reconstructed
revived
renewed
rejuvenated
reclaimed
recovered
reused
recycled
salvaged
spared
preserved
protected
conserved
saved
rescued
revived
resuscitated
revitalized
refreshed
reborn
reconditioned
redesigned
redeveloped
reformed
regenerated
Definitions
- To recover or regain something, such as land or a previous condition
- * To take back something, such as a material or a resource
- * To make something usable or suitable again
Usage Examples
- The city reclaimed the abandoned lot and turned it into a park
- * The company reclaimed the old machinery and refurbished it for reuse
- * The environmental group reclaimed the polluted wetland and restored it to its natural state
Antonyms
lost
abandoned
discarded
rejected
destroyed
demolished
ruined
wasted
squandered
neglected
abandoned
forfeited
relinquished
surrendered
forfeited
abandoned
cast off
discarded
rejected
destroyed