redevelop

verb

re·​de·​vel·​op ˌrē-di-ˈve-ləp 

redeveloped; redeveloping; redevelops

transitive verb

: to develop again

especially : redesign, rebuild

redeveloper noun

Examples of redevelop in a Sentence

The city has plans to redevelop the neighborhood.

The city has plans to redevelop.

We need to make sure that these problems don't redevelop.

Recent Examples on the Web

New plans have been advancing to redevelop the building with about 100 apartments, including units affordable for residents with lower incomes. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 2026

The historic Wilmore Elementary School, which opened in 1925, is being redeveloped into apartments and townhomes. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2026

The structure, which formerly hosted the Elks Club, is one of three historic buildings Karademas has redeveloped into apartment housing in downtown Aurora. — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

Mana said his plans to redevelop Flagler Street are genuine — and getting underway. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for redevelop

• develop
• envelop

Kids Definition

redevelop

verb

re·​de·​vel·​op ˌrē-di-ˈvel-əp 

: to develop again

especially : redesign, rebuild

redeveloper noun

redevelopment

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noun