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 councilmember said she’s raised over $10 million for clean-up projects across the district, and is grateful to the Hope Village team for finding ways to repurpose the land. — Julianna Mejia july 17, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

The decor is rooted in revival, with pieces that have been either restored, repurposed, or upcycled incorporated throughout. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 July 2026

Fearful of invading marauders, humankind has turned distrustful and stingy, ignoring Zeus’ command to show generosity toward the poor and foreign-born, a cornerstone of faith that would later be repurposed in the New Testament. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

And repurposing deadstock fabric is one way to control the environmental impact that results from resource extraction to energy consumption and pollution. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for repurpose

• multipurpose
• purpose