repurpose

verb

re·​pur·​pose (ˌ)rē-ˈpər-pəs 

repurposed; repurposing; repurposes

transitive verb

: to give a new purpose or use to

repurpose the company's website

repurpose the archived material

Examples of repurpose in a Sentence

finding ways to repurpose old computer equipment

Recent Examples on the Web

The couple began their engagements at The Commons, a former church on the Ormeau Road repurposed as a community hub, with meetings with beneficiaries of the scheme scheduled for later in the day. — Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026

Harper, from the Center for Democracy and Technology, said there also could be a privacy risk for voters who might not know how an AI agent on the line with them is capturing or repurposing their data. — Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026

Snips model Snips has sought to set itself apart from other microdrama apps by focusing on repurposing existing shows and films for the vertical space, rather than making its own originals. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

The hotel closed in 1997 but has since been repurposed as a conference center. — Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for repurpose

• multipurpose
• purpose