rework
Rework (verb) means to redo, revise, or rebuild something so it works better or fits a new purpose. Example: “The editor asked her to rework the opening chapter completely.”
How to use rework
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo make substantial changes to something already made, to improve or adapt it.
Word forms
reworked past tense, rewrought past tense, reworks plural, reworks singular
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The editor asked her to _____ the opening chapter completely.
Etymology
From re- ("again") plus work.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for rework
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What does “rework” mean?
The word “rework” means to redo, revise, or rebuild something so it works better or fits a new purpose. In plain terms, to make substantial changes to something already made, to improve or adapt it.
How do you pronounce “rework”?
“Rework” is pronounced REE-wurk (/ˈɹiːwɜː(ɹ)k/ in IPA).
How do you use “rework” in a sentence?
Here is “rework” used in a sentence: “The editor asked her to rework the opening chapter completely.”
What part of speech is “rework”?
Depending on how it is used, “rework” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “rework” have?
“Rework” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to redo, revise, or rebuild something so it works better or fits a new purpose.