uudistaa — meaning in English
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English meaning
- modernize verb To make something up to date by adding or updating equipment, design, or methods.
- redeem verb To exchange a voucher, points, or a bond for cash or its stated value.
- reform noun A change made to improve something, especially a system, law, or institution.
- regenerate verb To grow new tissue to replace what was lost or damaged.
- renew verb To extend the length of something, such as a subscription, loan, or licence.
Senses
uudistaa is used for these senses in English:
- modernize (transitive) To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.
- redeem (transitive) To reform, change (for the better).
- reform (transitive) To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better.
- regenerate (transitive) To construct or create anew, especially in an improved manner.
- renew (transitive) To make (something) new again; to restore to freshness or original condition. [from 14thc.]
- renew (theology) To make new spiritually; to regenerate. [from 14thc.]
- urban-renew (rare) To carry out urban renewal; to redevelop an urban area.
redeem — full definition
- verb To exchange a voucher, points, or a bond for cash or its stated value.
- verb To make up for a fault or bad situation, or to restore someone's good reputation.
- verb In religious use, to save someone from sin or wrongdoing.