redecorate

verb

re·​dec·​o·​rate (ˌ)rē-ˈde-kə-ˌrāt How to pronounce redecorate (audio)
redecorated; redecorating; redecorates

transitive verb

: to freshen or change in appearance : refurbish

intransitive verb

: to freshen or change a decorative scheme
redecoration noun

Examples of redecorate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Ballard Designs Aviary Accent Table Whether Mom is looking to redecorate her space or simply needs a place to stack her books, this accent table is a great gift either way. Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024 President Benjamin Harrison, who was also said to have been a Wide Awake, invited him to redecorate the White House. Jon Grinspan, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Apr. 2024 As homage to their former city, Potts redecorated the home with elements inspired by The Big Easy. Makena Gera, Peoplemag, 23 Mar. 2024 Judicial Youth Probation Court redecorate a room to be more inspiring for youth. Pat Graham, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2024 Whitney took the lead on redecorating, and gave the whole living space a brighter, cleaner look, from an all-white kitchen to light-colored hardwood floors. Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 So sit back, relax, and redecorate your entire home from the comfort of your couch. Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2024 When the pandemic shut down production for many furniture companies, antiques could still be easily sourced in many markets, allowing people to avoid long wait times and potential delays to their redecorating projects. Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Jan. 2024 And since this is Sedona/crystal country, the Crystal Grotto was also refreshed and redecorated. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of redecorate was circa 1611

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“Redecorate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redecorate. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

redecorate

verb
re·​dec·​o·​rate (ˈ)rē-ˈdek-ə-ˌrāt How to pronounce redecorate (audio)
: to freshen or change a decorative scheme
redecoration noun

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