Reboot

Quick meaning: Reboot is a noun meaning (computing) An instance of rebooting.

Meaning

(computing) An instance of rebooting.

More Meanings

1. (by extension) A fresh start.
2. (narratology) The restarting of a series' storyline, discarding all previous continuity.
3. (widely considered a misuse) The restarting of a series' storyline without discarding previous continuity.
4. (by extension) To start afresh.
5. Restart; to return to an initial configuration or state.
6. (computing, ergative) To execute a computer's boot process, effectively resetting the computer and causing the operating system to reload, commonly after a system failure.

Example Sentences

We need to reboot the system after installing these updates.

The system reboots every weekend after updates are installed.

They rebooted the TV series, but it's even worse than the original.

Other reboots of beloved restaurants, like the Four Seasons, have failed.

Word Forms

• reboots
• rebooting
• rebooted

Synonyms for reboot

Depending on context, synonyms include rebegin, recommence, reinitiate, restart, sequel, boot.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include boot, reload, bootup, bootable, resetting, reset.

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