reshape

verb

re·​shape (ˌ)rē-ˈshāp How to pronounce reshape (audio)
reshaped; reshaping; reshapes

transitive verb

: to give a new form or orientation to : reorganize
The cargo space was reshaped in the new model.
These changes will reshape the future.
reshaper noun

Examples of reshape in a Sentence

The body of the car was reshaped to allow for more cargo space. These changes will reshape the future. He reshaped the plot of his story.
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The discussion formed part of a broader industry forum convened by Kling AI examining how generative tools are reshaping creative practice across art, education and screen industries. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Dec. 2025 The Microsoft co-founder helped usher in the personal computing revolution, spent years as the world’s richest person, and is now focused on reshaping his legacy through philanthropy rather than wealth accumulation. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2025 Meanwhile, the workers best positioned to benefit as generative AI tools like ChatGPT reshape the labor market will be those who understand how to use the technology to maximize their own performance, as well as how to test and train AI, Seamans said. Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025 Game-engine and performance-capture technology continue to reshape moviemaking at the highest level, from virtual production environments to animation/special effects pipelines. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for reshape

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reshape was in 1827

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“Reshape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reshape. Accessed 23 Dec. 2025.

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reshape

verb
re·​shape (ˈ)rē-ˈshāp How to pronounce reshape (audio)
: to give a new form to
reshaper noun

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