redesign

verb

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

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
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In surveys, more than half of companies expect to raise deductibles, out-of-pocket maximums, or otherwise redesign plans to temper the trend. Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025 The physical manifestation of this identity overhaul is most evident in Aigle’s redesigned Paris and Hong Kong flagships, both unveiled in September. Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025 It’s being redesigned for the 2026 model year and will be receiving a price increase bringing the cost from around $26,000 to nearly $30,000. Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025 When the 85th percentile speed is higher than the existing speed limit, the manual now recommends officials consider redesigning roads ‒ potentially adding elements like bike lanes, speed bumps and pedestrian islands ‒ to encourage drivers to slow down, O'Connell said. N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025 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

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“Redesign.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redesign. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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

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