reissue: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C1Formal to neutral
Quick answer
What does “reissue” mean?
To issue again or republish something that was previously released.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
To issue again or republish something that was previously released.
The action of reissuing something; also used figuratively to mean a repetition or recurrence of an idea, policy, or situation.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning or usage. Spelling follows regional conventions for other 're-' prefixed words.
Connotations
Neutral in both varieties. Slightly more formal than 're-release' in the context of media.
Frequency
Similar frequency, perhaps slightly higher in UK financial contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “reissue” in a Sentence
[NP] reissue [NP] (e.g., The label reissued the album.)[NP] reissue [NP] as [NP] (e.g., They reissued the novel as a paperback.)[NP] reissue [NP] with [NP] (e.g., The bank reissued the card with new security features.)Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “reissue” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The record label plans to reissue the classic album on vinyl.
- The DVLA will reissue your driving licence within ten working days.
American English
- The studio will reissue the film in 4K resolution.
- Please contact the bank to reissue your credit card.
adverb
British English
- This is not used adverbially.
American English
- This is not used adverbially.
adjective
British English
- The reissue version includes three bonus tracks.
- She bought a reissue copy of the out-of-print novel.
American English
- The reissue edition has a new foreword by the author.
- He collects reissue comic books from the 1960s.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
The company decided to reissue its corporate bonds to raise more capital.
Academic
The scholar oversaw the reissue of the 19th-century manuscript with critical annotations.
Everyday
I had to request the bank to reissue my debit card after I lost it.
Technical
The software update required the developer to reissue all security certificates.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “reissue”
- Misspelling as 're-issue' (hyphen is less common in modern usage). Using 'reissue' for creating something brand new instead of re-releasing an existing item.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Very similar, especially for media like music and films. 'Reissue' can sound slightly more formal and is also standard in financial and legal contexts (reissuing bonds, documents), where 're-release' would not be used.
Yes, commonly. For example, a software company might reissue a security patch, or a digital store might reissue an ebook with corrected formatting.
'Renew' implies extending the validity or life of something existing (renew a subscription, renew a lease). 'Reissue' implies creating and issuing a new physical or digital instance to replace or re-offer an old one (reissue a library card, reissue a stamp collection).
It is less common in contemporary English, especially in American English. The solid form 'reissue' is the standard in most dictionaries and publishing style guides, though the hyphenated form may be seen in older texts or for special emphasis.
To issue again or republish something that was previously released.
Reissue is usually formal to neutral in register.
Reissue: in British English it is pronounced /ˌriːˈɪʃuː/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌriˈɪʃuː/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None directly associated; 'a reissue of an old idea' is a common figurative usage.”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: RE + ISSUE. You ISSUE something (like a book or a card), then you do it again (RE-).
Conceptual Metaphor
PUBLISHING/RELEASING AS ISSUING (e.g., 'The government issued a statement' -> 'reissued the policy').
Practice
Quiz
In which context is 'reissue' LEAST appropriate?