restrike: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Low/TechnicalTechnical/Formal
Quick answer
What does “restrike” mean?
To strike again.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
To strike again; to mint a coin again from the original dies, often at a later date.
Can refer to striking or hitting again in a physical sense, reissuing a commemorative coin or medal, or resuming industrial action after a pause.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Both use 'restrike' in numismatics. In labour contexts, the phrasal verb 'to strike again' or 'to resume a strike' is far more common than the verb 'to restrike'.
Connotations
In numismatics, a restrike can imply the coin is less valuable than an original, 'first strike'.
Frequency
The word is extremely rare in both dialects, almost exclusively found in specialised fields.
Grammar
How to Use “restrike” in a Sentence
[institution] restrikes [coin/medal] from [original dies][coin] is a restriketo restrike [object]Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “restrike” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The Royal Mint decided to restrike a limited number of commemorative crowns for collectors.
- The union voted to restrike if their demands were not met.
American English
- The US Mint may restrike classic silver dollars using original dies.
- After the contract failed, the workers threatened to restrike.
adverb
British English
- [No standard adverbial use]
American English
- [No standard adverbial use]
adjective
British English
- This 1851 penny is a valuable restrike edition.
- They produced a restrike medal for the anniversary.
American English
- He collects restrike Morgan dollars.
- The museum displayed a restrike version of the original medal.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Uncommon. Could theoretically refer to resuming a labour strike.
Academic
Found in historical or economic texts discussing coinage or labour history.
Everyday
Virtually never used.
Technical
Standard term in numismatics for a coin minted later from original dies.
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “restrike”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “restrike”
- Using 'restrike' in everyday contexts instead of 'strike again' or 'go on strike again'.
- Confusing 'restrike' (verb/noun) with 're-strike' (hyphenated) which is sometimes used for electrical engineering contexts (e.g., re-striking an arc).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily. It is an official mint production using original dies, but made at a later date. It is distinct from a counterfeit, but usually less valuable than an original strike.
Yes, but it is an extremely rare and formal usage. 'To go on strike again' or 'to resume the strike' are the natural ways to say this.
It is pronounced /ˌriːˈstraɪk/, with the main stress on the second syllable, 'STRIKE'.
No, it is a low-frequency, technical term. Most native English speakers may not know it unless they are coin collectors or work in related fields.
To strike again.
Restrike is usually technical/formal in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[None directly associated]”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think RE + STRIKE. A coin is STRUCK to make it. A RESTRIKE is when they RE-do the STRIKING process later.
Conceptual Metaphor
Recreating an imprint from an original source.
Practice
Quiz
In which field is the term 'restrike' most commonly and precisely used?