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rewire

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Verb — To replace or reconnect the electrical wiring in a building or device.

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How to use rewire

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rewire a house rewire the brain need a rewire

Etymology

From re- ("again") plus wire.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rewire” mean?

The word “rewire” means to replace or reconnect the electrical wiring in a building or device. In plain terms, to redo the wiring of something, literally (electrics) or figuratively (habits, thinking).

How do you pronounce “rewire”?

“Rewire” is pronounced ree-WEYE-uh (/ɹiːˈwaɪə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “rewire” in a sentence?

Here is “rewire” used in a sentence: “The whole house needed to be rewired before it was safe to live in.”

What part of speech is “rewire”?

Depending on how it is used, “rewire” can be a verb and a noun.

How many meanings does “rewire” have?

“Rewire” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to replace or reconnect the electrical wiring in a building or device.

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