Resume ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Resume ( verb )

1. Begin doing something again after a pause or interruption.
2. Take up or begin anew (an activity or task).
3. Present (someone) with a summary of their previous work and qualifications.

Origin:

Late 17th century: from french reprendre "take up again", from re- "again" + prendre "take".

Examples:

1. She resumed her studies after a break.
2. The company resumed production after the strike.
3. He resumed his old hobby.
4. The meeting will resume after lunch.
5. He resumed his position as manager.

(As a noun)

Resume ( noun )

1. Begin doing something again after a pause or interruption.
2. Take up or begin anew (an activity or task).
3. Present (someone) with a summary of their previous work and qualifications.

Origin:

Late 17th century: from french reprendre "take up again", from re- "again" + prendre "take".

Examples:

1. She resumed her studies after a break.
2. The company resumed production after the strike.
3. He resumed his old hobby.
4. The meeting will resume after lunch.
5. He resumed his position as manager.