"Rear-facing" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Facing or turned towards the rear or back.
Reapportionment is the process of redistributing seats or representatives in a legislative body, such as a parliament or Congress, based on changes in a country's population. This is typically done after a census, to ensure that each member of the legislative body represents a relatively equal number of people. The goal of reapportionment is to maintain fairness and accuracy in representation.
A reappraisal is the process of re-evaluating or reassessing something, often in a new or different light, after originally making a judgment or opinion about it. It involves reassessing the value, worth, or significance of something, often based on new information, new circumstances, or a change in one's perspective.<br><br>Synonyms: reevaluation, reassessment, reevaluation, revision, review.<br><br>Example: "After further research, the company's valuation was subject to reappraisal, leading to a significant increase in its stock price."
To reappraise means to reevaluate or reassess something, such as an opinion, a situation, or a decision, often in a new or different way. It involves rethinking and reconsidering one's thoughts, feelings, or perspectives on a particular thing, in order to gain a fresh or deeper understanding or insight.
Reappropriation refers to the act of taking back or reclaiming a word, phrase, or symbol that was originally used to stereotype, marginalize, or oppress a particular group or individual, and using it in a way that is empowering, subversive, or affirmative for that group or individual.<br><br>This concept is often associated with social justice movements, particularly in relation to issues of racism, sexism, and LGBTQ+ rights. For example, the word "queer" has undergone reappropriation in recent years, moving from being a derogatory term for LGBTQ+ individuals to a term of self-identification and empowerment.<br><br>Reappropriation can be seen as a form of cultural resistance, where individuals or groups take a term that was once used against them and turn it on its head, using it to challenge and subvert dominant power structures and stereotypes. However, reappropriation can also be a complex and potentially divisive issue, as it can be resented by those who see the reappropriated term as a form of cultural appropriation or disrespect.
To be rear-ended means to bump into the rear-end (back) of a vehicle or object, often causing damage or an accident.
The rear-view refers to the area or view behind something, especially the back of a vehicle. The term often refers to the rear window or mirrors of a car, truck, or other vehicle which provides a view of the road and surroundings behind the vehicle.
the back or latter part of something<br><br>or to direct a vehicle so that it turns to the left in its direction of motion<br><br>Example: I stood at the rear of the stage.
Past tense of "rear", meaning:<br><br>1. To bring up (a child) from an early age, especially in a home or in a family that has responsibility for the child.<br>Example: She was reared by her grandparents after her parents' death.<br>2. To keep or support the back or a part of the body in an upright position.<br>Example: Please help me reared my back while I lift this heavy box.<br>3. To produce or cause (a young animal) to grow tissue or feathers, typically to prepare it for release from the womb or for hatching, after birth or hatching.<br>Example: The mother bird will reared her chicks until they are old enough to fly.<br><br>In general, the word "reared" can also simply mean "to bring up" or "to raise" something or someone, in a broader sense.
Rearer: Someone or something that is behind or subordinate; a person or thing of lower status or importance.
Rearguards refer to a defensive or protective position, especially a formation of soldiers or troops placed towards the rear of an army or position to guard against a possible attack or retreat.
Rearing refers to the process of raising animals, especially livestock, from birth, providing them with food, shelter, and care. It involves the care and husbandry of animals until they are mature and able to fend for themselves.<br><br>This term is often used in agriculture and animal husbandry.
To equip an army, a country, or a system with military weapons, personnel, or supplies again, typically after a period of disarmament or ceasefire.