I. (ˈ)rē+ transitive verb
: to kindle again : arouse again
rekindled the ancient flame of Indian religion — American Guide Series: Ind.
the timely arrival … rekindled hope — R.A.Billington
intransitive verb
: to ignite anew
in the event that the fire rekindles — Fire Manual (Massachusetts)
II. noun
Etymology: from gerund of rekindle (I)
: an instance of rekindling (as of a fire) : a fire believed to be extinguished that starts up again