redo

verb

re·​do (ˌ)rē-ˈdü 

redid (ˌ)rē-ˈdid  ; redone (ˌ)rē-ˈdən  ; redoing (ˌ)rē-ˈdü-iŋ  ; redoes (ˌ)rē-ˈdəz 

transitive verb

1

: to do over or again

2

: redecorate

redo

ˈrē-ˌdü 

ˌrē-ˈdü

noun

Synonyms

• remodel
• modify
• change
• alter
• rework

Examples of redo in a Sentence

Let's hope we don't have to redo our paperwork.

I want to redo the kitchen and put in new cabinets and new appliances.

Recent Examples on the Web

The full renovation, which is expected to be completed in the spring, includes redoing the gym, basketball court, exercise room and surrounding outdoor spaces. —Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025

Accent walls add drama, personality, and a quick refresh without needing to redo an entire space. —Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2025

Some Redditors pointed out that while football games can be recorded, weddings can't be redone. —Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025

And while Enbridge's state permit from the Public Service Commission is facing a legal challenge, the company is also redoing its permit from Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (or EGLE), which was set to expire in 2026. —Caitlin Looby, jsonline.com, 19 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for redo

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou

Kids Definition

redo

verb

re·​do (ˈ)rē-ˈdü 

redid -ˈdid  ; redone -ˈdən  ; redoing -ˈdü-iŋ 

: to do over or again

especially : redecorate