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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Although YouTube redesigned those videos, the company allegedly did not overhaul its policy. Charna Flam, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025 Empower staff to actively redesign their own roles by shaping the way AI tools are used for mundane tasks while preserving uniquely human skills. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 The rear edge of the laptop has been redesigned, now with end-to-end RGB trim outlining the ventilation area. Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025 This has included redesigning the previously minimalist Oval Office and paving over the iconic White House Rose Garden. Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for redesign

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1807, in the meaning defined above

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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 9 Sep. 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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