rework

verb

re·​work (ˌ)rē-ˈwərk 

reworked; reworking; reworks

transitive verb

: to work again or anew: such as

a

: revise

b

: to reprocess (something, such as used material) for further use

Synonyms of rework

• modify
• remodel
• change
• alter

Examples of rework in a Sentence

The design has been completely reworked.

the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape

Recent Examples on the Web

Call it the Hannah Montana effect or a wider boho-chic revival, but the once-iconic silhouette has been reworked. —Amanda Le, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026

The company is also reworking its store label brands such as its home goods brand called Threshold. —Anne D'innocenzio, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026

Executives said Target is reworking store-label brands, including its Threshold home brand, and is using an artificial intelligence tool to better spot trends. —CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026

Spacey taking the stand will grab the headlines, but a win for MRC on this point could have insurers scrambling to rework the fine print. —Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 28 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rework

• artwork
• beadwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brickwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
• coursework
• ductwork
• earthwork

Kids Definition

rework

verb

re·​work (ˈ)rē-ˈwərk 

: to work again or anew: as

a

: revise entry 1 sense 2, rewrite

b

: to reprocess (as used material) for further use