reinvent

verb

re·​in·​vent ˌrē-ən-ˈvent How to pronounce reinvent (audio)
reinvented; reinventing; reinvents

transitive verb

1
: to make as if for the first time something already invented
reinvent the wheel
2
: to remake or redo completely
3
: to bring into use again
reinvention noun

Examples of reinvent in a Sentence

The candidate promised to reinvent Social Security. chefs who reinvent regional favorites using exotic ingredients
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Many of these no-frills dining spots have vanished, but others are being lovingly reinvented. Austin Bush, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2024 To circumvent growing concerns surrounding third-party data compliance and acknowledge that data is attached to execution, data management agencies will reinvent themselves as customer experience (CX) agencies. Forrester, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 Yet today thousands of producers in all 50 states are working to reinvent cider and introduce the full scope of expressions to a new generation of consumers. Beth Demmon, Bon Appétit, 20 Nov. 2024 This is an invitation to reinvent yourself and take bold action forward. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reinvent 

Word History

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reinvent was in 1686

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“Reinvent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reinvent. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

reinvent

verb
re·​in·​vent ˌrē-ən-ˈvent How to pronounce reinvent (audio)
1
: to make as if for the first time something already invented
reinvent the wheel
2
: to remake or redo completely
reinvented his musical style
reinvention noun

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