re meaning and definition

RE noun

Definition of Re (noun)

1. a rare heavy polyvalent metallic element that resembles manganese chemically and is used in some alloys; is obtained as a by-product in refining molybdenum
   • synonyms: atomic number 75, rhenium
2. ancient Egyptian sun god with the head of a hawk; a universal creator; he merged with the god Amen as Amen-Ra to become the king of the gods
   • synonyms: Ra
3. the syllable naming the second (supertonic) note of any major scale in solmization
   • synonyms: ray