rework

verb

re·​work (ˌ)rē-ˈwərk 

reworked; reworking; reworks

transitive verb

: to work again or anew: such as

a

: revise

b

: to reprocess (something, such as used material) for further use

Synonyms

• alter
• change
• make over
• modify
• recast
• redo
• refashion
• remake
• remodel
• revamp
• revise
• vary

Examples of rework in a Sentence

The design has been completely reworked.

the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape

Recent Examples on the Web

The venting system has been reworked for improved air release, less ear pressure, and to allow for greater freedom of movement from the transducer. —Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 1 June 2024

The Chargers reworked the contracts of Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa to retain both and then signed veteran Bud Dupree, adding to a group that also includes Tuli Tuipulotu, who shined last year as a rookie. —Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024

There’s no way to revive old forms or to rework old forms, because the artist is never going to understand them well enough to do first-rate work. —Anna Kodé, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2024

Still, the need to do a little reworking or make a few adjustments doesn’t mean your plan is completely awful! —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 20 Mar. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

rework

verb

re·​work (ˈ)rē-ˈwərk 

: to work again or anew: as

a

: revise entry 1 sense 2, rewrite

b

: to reprocess (as used material) for further use