redo

verb

re·​do (ˌ)rē-ˈdü How to pronounce redo (audio)

transitive verb

1
: to do over or again
2
redo
ˈrē-ˌdü How to pronounce redo (audio)
ˌrē-ˈdü
noun

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 Some gathered in the food tent for breakfast, while others redid the chalk along the sidewalks. Laura Schulte, Journal Sentinel, 3 May 2024 In September 2022, San Diego City Council members selected Midway Rising to redo the sports arena real estate. Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for redo 

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Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of redo was in 1597

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“Redo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redo. Accessed 6 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

redo

verb
re·​do (ˈ)rē-ˈdü How to pronounce redo (audio)
redid -ˈdid How to pronounce redo (audio) ; redone -ˈdən How to pronounce redo (audio) ; redoing -ˈdü-iŋ How to pronounce redo (audio)
: to do over or again
especially : redecorate

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