ˈrespræŋ

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of respring, to spring or jump back into place, especially after having been compressed or bent

“The lawn mower’s spring had resprang back into place after being compressed.”

2. verb

past tense of respring, to fit or spring into a socket or joint, especially after being removed

“The mechanic showed me how to resprang the old engine back into place.”

3. noun

a springing back into place, especially after having been compressed or bent

“The car’s resprang was quite loud after hitting the pothole.”