Igensättning

Igensättning is a Swedish noun used to describe the act of restoring something to a previous state after it has been interrupted, removed, or suspended. The word is formed from igen meaning "again" and sättning meaning "setting" or "establishment," so it literally conveys the idea of putting something back in place.

The term is used in various contexts, including administrative, legal, technical, and organizational spheres. It can refer to reinstating rights, privileges, or access that were previously withdrawn; to the reinstallation of equipment, software, or infrastructure after maintenance or a fault; or to the reintroduction of a policy, program, or service after a suspension.

Igensättning is often formal or bureaucratic in tone, and it may denote a procedural act, such as an official decision or order to restore a state or capacity. In practice, the term emphasizes the action of putting something back rather than merely restoring its function.

Relation to other terms: igensättning is closely related to, but not always interchangeable with, återställning (restoration), återinförande (reintroduction), or återinsättning (reinstatement). The precise choice depends on context and domain, with igensättning tending to imply a formal or structural re-placing.

Limitations: The term is relatively uncommon in everyday Swedish. In many contexts, more common alternatives may be preferred, so the choice of term depends on the specific situation and field. See also: återställning; återinförande; återinsättning.