redefine
verb
re·de·fine
ˌrē-di-ˈfīn 
redefined; redefining; redefines
1
: to define (something, such as a concept) again : reformulate
had to redefine their terms
2
a
: to reexamine or reevaluate especially with a view to change
Examples of redefine in a Sentence
learning that he had been adopted forced him to completely redefine his identity
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Vinodhini Ravikumar, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Their groundbreaking findings, published in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Techniques, could redefine global transplant protocols.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2025
In his first season as a head coach, Marsh needs to functionally redefine the Sky offense.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2025
The seven-piece collection which will be available exclusively on Walmart.com combines redefined tailoring with bold self-expression, bringing red-carpet energy to those who may traditionally be left out of high-fashion conversations, according to a press statement.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 28 Apr. 2025
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“Redefine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redefine. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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redefine
verb
re·de·fine
ˌrē-di-ˈfīn
1
: to define (as a concept) again
redefined their terms
2
: to reexamine or reevaluate especially with a view to change
redefine our goals
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