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

Unlike the wave of prior state-level suits Meta has weathered, this one is unfolding in the company's own backyard, and a loss could force the company to rework the very recommendation algorithms that drive engagement and ad revenue. — Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2026

Elena Bonvicini founded the brand 10 years ago as a high schooler reworking vintage Levi’s into new garments. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026

Collins will help create a more adaptable avionics setup, allowing the Army to introduce new capabilities without repeatedly reworking the aircraft’s core systems. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2026

Instead, the culinary team reworked the dressing into a richer, creamier dill ranch designed to mellow the burger’s sharp briny flavors while still letting the pickles shine. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 10 Aug. 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