recanalize
/ˌriːˈkanəlʌɪz/ /ˌriːˈkan(ə)lʌɪz/verb
1 [with object] To make new channels or a new lumen in (a thrombosed blood vessel or other obstructed tubular structure); to restore patency to (blood vessel, other tubular structure, or orifice).
2 [no object] To develop new channels or a new lumen; to become patent again.
3 [with object] To redirect (energy, emotion, etc.) towards a different object or goal; to rechannel.
Origin
Early 20th century. From re- + canalize.
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