reprise

/ɹɪˈpɹaɪz/

noun

  1. 1

    A recurrence or resumption of an action.

  2. 2

    A repetition of a phrase, a return to an earlier theme, or a second rendition or version of a song in a programme or musical.

  3. 3

    A renewal of a failed attack, after going back into the en garde position.

  4. 4

    A taking by way of retaliation.

  5. 5

    (in the plural) Deductions and duties paid yearly out of a manor and lands, as rent charge, pensions, annuities, etc.; also spelled reprizes.

  6. 6

    A ship recaptured from an enemy or from a pirate.

  7. 7

    In masonry, the return of a moulding in an internal angle.

verb

  1. 1

    To take (something) up or on again.

  2. 2

    To repeat or resume an action

    The aging actress played the role she played in her youth, as if to reprise it.
  3. 3

    To recompense; to pay.

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