re·constitute \(ˈ)rē+\transitive verb Etymology:re- + constitute 1.: to build up again by putting back together the original parts or elements : reconstruct, re-form < reconstitute a fragmentary text > especially: to restore the constitution of (as a concentrated juice) by adding water 2.: to build up again in a somewhat new or different form : reorganize < reconstitute a bankrupt company > < reconstitute an armored division >