v. res·ur·rect·ed, res·ur·rect·ing, res·ur·rects v.tr. 1. To bring back to life; raise from the dead. 2. a. To bring back into practice, notice, or use: resurrect an old style. b. To restore to vibrancy: resurrect a waterfront. v.intr. To rise from the dead; return to life. [Back-formation from RESURRECTION.] res′ur·rector n. |
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