Reapply
(verb)
- To apply again for something, such as a job or loan, after a previous application has been denied or unsuccessful.
- To apply something again, such as a bandage or makeup.
Origin:
From the prefix "re-" meaning "again" and the verb "apply".
Examples:
- She decided to reapply to the college after her initial application was rejected.
- He was told to reapply for the loan after his credit score improved.
- I need to reapply sunscreen every two hours.
- She reapplied the bandage after her wound bled through.
- I have to reapply the paint on the wall because it started to peel off.