Definitions

1. verb

to float or bring something to the surface again, especially a ship or other vessel that has sunk or been stranded

“The salvage team worked tirelessly to reflate the old ship after it sank in the storm.”

2. verb

to bring something back into operation or use

“The company decided to reflate their production line to meet the increased demand.”

3. noun

the act of floating or bringing something to the surface again

“The reflation of the ship took several days and required a lot of effort.”