revamp

verb

re·​vamp (ˌ)rē-ˈvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
revamped; revamping; revamps
revamp
ˈrē-ˌvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
ri-ˈvamp
noun

Examples of revamp in a Sentence

The company has revamped the design of its best-selling car. the automaker is revamping a number of its cars in an effort to make them more appealing to younger consumers
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Lawmakers opted to include several standalone measures, including language that would lift sanctions on Syria (and require a subsequent report), revamp housing regulations, and scrutinize investments in China. Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 10 Oct. 2025 Major projects the club has funded include the renovation of the Carroll Senior High School weight room, revamping the Dragon Alley tailgate festivities on game days and even helping to fund the hiring of a full-time strength and conditioning coach. Charles Baggarly october 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025 Do any of these revamps live up to the hype? Jake Emen, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025 Bold revamp a lo tradicional That same spirit of intrepid reinvention while respecting tradition defines the work of Melly Barajas Cárdenas, the master distiller behind Tequila Leyenda de México. Kinsey Gidick, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for revamp

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of revamp was in 1850

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“Revamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revamp. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

revamp

verb
re·​vamp (ˈ)rē-ˈvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
1
: to make like new again : renovate
2

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