reprogram

verb

re·​pro·​gram (ˌ)rē-ˈprō-ˌgram How to pronounce reprogram (audio)
-grəm
reprogrammed; reprogramming; reprograms

transitive verb

: to program anew
especially : to revise or write a new program for
reprogram a computer

intransitive verb

: to rewrite or revise a program especially of a computer
reprogrammable adjective

Examples of reprogram in a Sentence

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The ability to reprogram the stem cells of very old people is a 'game changer', said Perls, in reference to the scientific study of diseases of ageing. Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024 For free, dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, the report said. Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024 As a remedy, dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) and the battery energy control module (BECM) software for free. Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 11 Nov. 2024 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing uses eye movement exercises while talking about trauma to reprogram the brain. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 9 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reprogram 

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of reprogram was in 1937

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“Reprogram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reprogram. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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