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Meaning of bought back
The primary meaning of "bought back" refers to the act of purchasing something that one previously owned or had possession of.
Etymology of bought back
The phrase "bought back" is derived from the Old English words "bycgan" meaning "to buy" and "bæc" meaning "back" or "again".
The phrase has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of purchasing something that one previously owned or had possession of.
Synonyms
repurchased
redeemed
recovered
reclaimed
reacquired
restocked
replenished
replaced
rebought
repossessed
restored
regained
reobtained
repaid
compensated
reimbursed
indemnified
refurnished
resupplied
renewed
revitalized
recreated
Definitions
- The phrase "bought back" is defined by Oxford Languages as the act of purchasing something that one previously owned or had possession of, often in relation to shares, assets, or products.
- * It can also refer to the act of redeeming or recovering something, such as a possession, a right, or a reputation.
Usage Examples
- The company bought back its shares to reduce the number of outstanding stocks.
- * She bought back the old car she used to own after it had been restored.
- * The government bought back the land from the private developer to build a new park.