redesign

verb

re·​de·​sign ˌrē-di-ˈzīn How to pronounce redesign (audio)
redesigned; redesigning; redesigns

transitive verb

: to revise in appearance, function, or content
redesign noun

Examples of redesign in a Sentence

The book's cover has been redesigned for the new edition. a newly redesigned website
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In an interview with The New York Times, Sanchez explained her involvement in redesigning the space suit. Elizabeth Stanton, FOXNews.com, 13 Apr. 2025 Aurora is moving forward with plans to redesign downtown’s Millennium Plaza to be more functional for everyday recreational activities but still accommodate small performances. R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025 Nintendo claims the new analog sticks are redesigned from the ground up for a smoother experience. Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2025 The five-bedroom, five-bathroom estate was redesigned by a renowned team consisting of AD100, designer Steven Volpe, architect Houman Sharif and Clayton Timbrell Construction, according to Compass. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for redesign

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1807, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of redesign was circa 1807

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“Redesign.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redesign. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

redesign

verb
re·​de·​sign ˌrēd-i-ˈzīn How to pronounce redesign (audio)
: to change what something looks like, is used for, or contains
redesign noun

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