B2verbtechnology
US/ˌriːˈbuːt/
UK/ˌriːˈbuːt/
to turn a computer off and on again so that it starts working fresh
In context
You will need to reboot your computer after the update finishes installing.
The helpdesk told me to reboot the router and try again.
Our servers reboot automatically every night at two a.m.
Words that go with reboot
verb + noun
- reboot the computerReboot the computer if the screen freezes.
- reboot the serverWe had to reboot the server twice.
- reboot the systemPlease reboot the system after installing the patch.
- reboot your phoneReboot your phone to clear the error.
verb + adverb
- reboot automaticallyThe device will reboot automatically.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
reboot again the laptopCorrect: reboot the laptop again