re- + boot

• IPA^(key):/ˈriːbuːt/
• IPA^(key):/riːˈbuːt/

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1. (countable)(computing) Areboot is an instance of rebooting.

1. (computing)(transitive &intransitive) If youreboot a computer, yourestart it for theoperating system to reload.
   • Synonyms:rebegin,recommence,reinitiateandrestart