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

The village of Tinley Park had also eyed acquiring the property from the state, with ideas to redevelop it for commercial uses. — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026

What is your advice for people who are trying to either develop or redevelop this atrophying muscle of curiosity and attention? — Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 26 June 2026

The space, which was redeveloped by building owner David Barth, according to the Platte County Landmark, has kept its rustic brick walls and archways. — Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026

Both suits suggest that the residents of Fisher Island, who are represented by the club and community association, want the fuel depot site to be redeveloped with condos. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 1 July 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