Definition of hijack for English Language Learners. : 1  to stop and steal (a moving vehicle) : 2  to steal (something) from a moving vehicle that you have stopped. : 3  to take control of (an aircraft) by force.
Dictionary entry overview: What does reconstitute mean? â¢ RECONSTITUTE (verb) The verb RECONSTITUTE has 1 sense: 1. construct or form anew or provide with a new structure Familiarity information: RECONSTITUTE used as a verb is very rare.
â¢ REINSTATE (verb) The verb REINSTATE has 2 senses: 1. restore to the previous state or rank. 2. bring back into original existence, use, function, or position. Familiarity information: REINSTATE used as a verb is rare.