1. Cause to load (an operating system) and start the initial processes
   "reboot your computer";
   - boot, bring up

1. (computing) an instance of restarting (a computer or device)
   "A quick reboot solved the software glitch"
    
2. Something that has been revived, e.g. a storyline, film, entertainment career, etc.
   "The movie franchise got a reboot with a new cast and updated storyline"

Derived forms: rebooted, rebooting, reboots

Type of: resuscitate, revive

Encyclopedia: Reboot