remakes; remade
-ˈmeɪd 
; remaking
; remaking
1
: to make a new or different version of (something, such as a movie, song, etc.)
They will be remaking the film with American actors.
2
: to make (something) into something else
The city is trying to remake [=transform] itself into a regional center for arts and tourism.
plural remakes
: a new or different version of a movie, song, etc.
The director's next project will be a remake of King Kong.
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“Remake.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/remake. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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