reflow

verb

re·​flow (ˌ)rē-ˈflō How to pronounce reflow (audio)
reflowed; reflowing; reflows
Synonyms of reflownext

intransitive verb

1
: to flow back : ebb
2
: to flow in again
reflow
ˈrē-ˌflō How to pronounce reflow (audio)
noun

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The software feature adds a resizable text box around your handwritten note, then reflows the rest of the page around it. — Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 28 Dec. 2024 The app lets users easily modify, align, and reflow their handwritten text: Think of it like resizing a text box, only with handwriting instead of a computer font. — Nicholas Gordon, Fortune Asia, 2 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reflow was in the 14th century

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