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reinsure

/riːˈɪnʃɜːr/ verb · British & US
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What does reinsure mean?

verb

To take out a new insurance policy to cover a risk that is already insured, often to increase the level of cover or to cover a new risk.

Example

"The company reinsured the policy to cover the increased risk of natural disasters."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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