C1 noun Formal

revictic

/riːˈvɪktɪk/

A revictic is the formal act or specific instance of replenishing essential provisions, such as food, water, and survival gear, for a group in a remote or confined environment. It refers to both the logistical process of resupplying and the new stock itself within specialized military or historical contexts.

Examples

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1

The crew's survival during the long voyage depended on a timely revictic from a passing merchant ship.

The sailors survived the journey because a passing trading vessel provided them with new food and supplies just in time.

2

The military protocol mandates a quarterly revictic for all high-altitude observation outposts.

The army rules require a delivery of new supplies every three months for all mountain-top watch stations.

3

We better do a revictic of the pantry before the blizzard traps us inside for the weekend.

We should restock our food cupboards before the snowstorm prevents us from leaving the house.

Word Family

Noun
revictic
Verb
revictual
Adverb
revictically
Adjective
revictualing
Related
victuals
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Memory Tip

Think of 'RE-filling' your 'VICT-uals' (food) to stay 'energet-IC'.

Quick Quiz

After weeks of isolation in the mountain cabin, the explorers were relieved to receive a ______ of fresh vegetables and fuel.

Correct!

The correct answer is: a

Examples

1

The crew's survival during the long voyage depended on a timely revictic from a passing merchant ship.

everyday

The sailors survived the journey because a passing trading vessel provided them with new food and supplies just in time.

2

The military protocol mandates a quarterly revictic for all high-altitude observation outposts.

formal

The army rules require a delivery of new supplies every three months for all mountain-top watch stations.

3

We better do a revictic of the pantry before the blizzard traps us inside for the weekend.

informal

We should restock our food cupboards before the snowstorm prevents us from leaving the house.

4

Archeological evidence suggests the fort was abandoned only after a failed revictic left the garrison starving.

academic

Evidence from the dig site indicates the fort was left behind only when a failed attempt to bring more food caused the soldiers to starve.

5

The procurement officer has finalized the revictic of raw materials to ensure the assembly line continues to operate.

business

The buying manager has completed the restocking of materials to make sure the factory production does not stop.

Word Family

Noun
revictic
Verb
revictual
Adverb
revictically
Adjective
revictualing
Related
victuals

Common Collocations

emergency revictic an urgent and unplanned delivery of essential goods
seasonal revictic a periodic resupply that occurs at specific times of the year
undergo a revictic to experience the process of being supplied again
logistical revictic a supply chain operation focused on restoring inventory
complete revictic a thorough and total renewal of all necessary survival stores

Common Phrases

awaiting revictic

waiting for a new shipment of necessary supplies

revictic cycle

the scheduled period between two resupply events

post-revictic status

the condition of a group's inventory after restocking is finished

Often Confused With

revictic vs revictimize

Revictimize means to make someone a victim again, whereas revictic refers to replenishing food and supplies.

revictic vs victuals

Victuals are the actual food items, while revictic is the noun for the event of resupplying those items.

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Usage Notes

Revictic is a highly specialized and formal term primarily found in historical logs or advanced English proficiency tests. In general conversation, the term 'resupply' is much more common and preferred.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse the root 'vict' (sustenance) in revictic with 'victim'; always associate revictic with logistics and food rather than harm.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'RE-filling' your 'VICT-uals' (food) to stay 'energet-IC'.

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Word Origin

Constructed from the Latin 're-' (again) and 'victus' (sustenance/living), following the pattern of the verb 'revictual'.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun Used with the indefinite article 'a revictic' The plural form is 'revictics'
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Cultural Context

The term is most relevant in niche military history studies or specialized logistical examinations.

Quick Quiz

After weeks of isolation in the mountain cabin, the explorers were relieved to receive a ______ of fresh vegetables and fuel.

Correct!

The correct answer is: a

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