redesign

verb

re·​de·​sign ˌrē-di-ˈzīn How to pronounce redesign (audio)
redesigned; redesigning; redesigns
Synonyms of redesignnext

transitive verb

: to revise in appearance, function, or content
redesign noun

Examples of redesign in a Sentence

The book's cover has been redesigned for the new edition. a newly redesigned website
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The Hebrew University team tackled this challenge by redesigning the lantern architecture. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Mar. 2026 Instead, the space will be torn down and redesigned. Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026 Back at Catholic High, Davis redesigned her chemistry unit with a focus on teaching chemistry through the lens of water treatment, helping students connect core concepts to real-world applications. Arkansas Online, 8 Mar. 2026 But the concept just got even better, as the historic Casa Marina Key West Curio Collection by Hilton has partnered with Lilly Pulitzer to redesign two oceanfront suites on the property. Anne Bratskeir, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for redesign

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1807, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of redesign was circa 1807

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Redesign.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redesign. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

redesign

verb
re·​de·​sign ˌrēd-i-ˈzīn How to pronounce redesign (audio)
: to change what something looks like, is used for, or contains
redesign noun

More from Merriam-Webster on redesign

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster