remodel

verb

re·​mod·​el (ˌ)rē-ˈmä-dᵊl How to pronounce remodel (audio)
remodeled; remodeling; remodels

transitive verb

1
: to alter the structure of : remake
2
: to cause (living tissue) to undergo structural reorganization, alteration, or renewal
Bones are constantly being remodeled. Cells called osteoclasts break them down and osteoblasts build them up.Jane E. Brody

Examples of remodel in a Sentence

We remodeled the kitchen last year. we completely remodeled the house right after we moved in
Recent Examples on the Web Boomers are remodeling and improving their current homes, not simply to age in place safely but also comfortably and luxuriously, Finnigan explains. Alena Botros, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2024 The seller of the home remodeled it with the intention of making it someone’s forever home, according to the listing by Reece Nichols. Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2024 Hudson Cafe in downtown Detroit underwent a remodel in late January 2023, updating the kitchen, remodeling the dining room, and adding more seating. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 1 Mar. 2024 Among weightlifters, the heart remodels itself by thickening in response to the increase in pressure applied on the heart. William Cornwell, The Conversation, 21 Feb. 2024 Why does Wauwatosa want to remodel City Hall and the library and when was this decided? City Council and city staff have long discussed the potential renovation Wauwatosa's city hall, civic center and public library, which are located together at 7725 W. North Ave. Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2024 The company, under CEO Andy Jassy, paused this expansion and is now remodeling a few of its 40-plus stores before deciding on the best way to proceed. Jason Del Rey, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2024 Menge’s other expenses included paying to build a shop on his property, remodel his home and purchase expensive vehicles, including the Ferrari, court records say. Sam Stanton, Sacramento Bee, 1 Feb. 2024 Miller, an influencer who goes by Mama & Tata on Instagram, gets her face remodeled twice a month. Rachel Strugatz, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1660, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of remodel was in 1660

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“Remodel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remodel. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

remodel

verb
re·​mod·​el (ˈ)rē-ˈmäd-ᵊl How to pronounce remodel (audio)
: to change the structure of

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