Meaning of the word reoffending in English

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reoffending

US /ˌriː.əˈfɛn.dɪŋ/
UK /ˌriː.əˈfɛn.dɪŋ/

Noun

the act of committing a crime again by someone who has already been punished for a crime

Example:
The program aims to reduce reoffending rates among young offenders.
Measures are being taken to prevent reoffending.