Reprint

/ˌriːˈprɪnt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A second or subsequent printing of a publication.
I have a reprint of the original article from last year.
A new edition of a book, often in a different format or with corrections.
The reprint included additional chapters that were not in the first edition.
verb
To print something again, especially in a different edition.
The publisher decided to reprint the book due to its popularity.
To produce a new copy of a previously published article or illustration.
The magazine will reprint the interview in their anniversary issue.

Etymology

From the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'print' from Latin 'imprimere' meaning 'to press'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reprint rights
The permissions granted to republish or reproduce content.
reprint edition
A version of a work that has been printed again.
limited reprint
A controlled number of additional copies that are produced.

Related Words

print
The process of producing text and images on paper or other materials.
publication
The act of making content available for public view.
edition
A particular version of a published text.

Slang Meanings

Reprint as in re-release something popular.
That comic book's a classic, they should totally reprint it!
A second chance to enjoy something.
Love that song? Hope they do a reprint of the album!