rebutton

verb
UK /ˌriːˈbʌtən/
US /ˌriːˈbʌtən/

To button something again after it has come undone.

She had to rebutton her coat after the wind blew it open.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. To replace the buttons on a garment with new ones.

The tailor offered to rebutton the old jacket with brass buttons.

3. To fasten a different button than the one originally used.

He rebut toned his shirt crookedly in the dark.

4. To restore a buttoned state to something, such as a cushion or upholstery.

They rebut toned the sofa cushions after washing the covers.