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repopulate

Pronunciation: /riːˈpɒpjʊleɪt/
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Definition of repopulate

verb

[with object]
  • introduce a population into (a previously occupied area or country):the area was repopulated largely by Russians
  • populate or fill again:probiotics help repopulate your gut with the healthy bacteria

Derivatives

repopulation

Pronunciation: /-ˈleɪʃ(ə)n/
noun

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Definition of repopulate in the US English dictionary
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