reassign

verb

re·​as·​sign (ˌ)rē-ə-ˈsīn How to pronounce reassign (audio)
reassigned; reassigning; reassigns
Synonyms of reassignnext

transitive verb

: to assign (something or someone) again especially in a new or different way
… the department might have to add to its patrols by reassigning detectives to the street.—Tony Plohetski
reassignment
(ˌ)rē-ə-ˈsīn-mənt How to pronounce reassign (audio)
noun
plural reassignments
requested a dorm room reassignment
… district administrators will develop a survey and hold informational meetings with staff for their preferences before determining staff reassignments. —Meghan Chua

Examples of reassign in a Sentence

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The Royals made swift changes by reassigning hitting coach Alec Zumwalt and clearing out their entire training staff. — Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026 Advertisement Although the men’s role reversal remains the dominant drama, the shakeup also puts a new spotlight on the women, who are reassigned to an all-female shift. — Judy Berman, Time, 21 Oct. 2026 From there, the organization owner can reassign the passwords and other data to another team member. — Kim Key, PC Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026 The department settled Lopez’s lawsuit for $40,000 and reassigned him to another office. — Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reassign

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reassign was in 1611

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“Reassign.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reassign. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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