Definitions for: Re-


[n] the syllable naming the second (supertonic) note of any major scale in solmization
[n] ancient hawk-headed Egyptian sun god; a universal creator
[n] a rare heavy polyvalent metallic element that resembles manganese chemically and is used in some alloys; is obtained as a by-product in refining molybdenum



Webster (1913) Definition: Re- [L. re-, older form (retained before vowels) red-: cf.
F. re-, r['e]-.]
A prefix signifying back, against, again, anew; as, recline,
to lean back; recall, to call back; recede; remove; reclaim,
to call out against; repugn, to fight against; recognition, a
knowing again; rejoin, to join again; reiterate, reassure.
Combinations containing the prefix re- are readily formed,
and are for the most part of obvious signification.


Re (r[=a]). [It.] (Mus.)
A syllable applied in solmization to the second tone of the
diatonic scale of C; in the American system, to the second
tone of any diatonic scale.

Synonyms: atomic number 75, Ra, ray, rhenium

See Also: Egyptian deity, metal, metallic element, solfa syllable

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