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
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The townhome-style property built in 1978 was remodeled in 2022. Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025 Adipose, or fat, tissue in the knockout mice was remodeled, too. New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2025 The kitchen was also remodeled with new cabinets, fixtures and sink faucet with the Holcombes and board members pitching in to do the work. Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Sep. 2025 It was remodeled by a local designer with the help of local artisans—you’ll find plenty of charming accents, as well as more recognizable design stars. Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for remodel

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 2 Oct. 2025.

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remodel

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

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