revamp

verb

re·​vamp (ˌ)rē-ˈvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
revamped; revamping; revamps
revamp
ˈrē-ˌvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
ri-ˈvamp
noun

Examples of revamp in a Sentence

The company has revamped the design of its best-selling car. the automaker is revamping a number of its cars in an effort to make them more appealing to younger consumers
Recent Examples on the Web The company split from L Brands in 2021 and since made efforts to revamp its approach and become relevant to women again. Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 15 Oct. 2024 Pushelberg and Yabu have been working together for 30 years, and have revamped Bergdorf Goodman's flagship in New York, worked alongside Carolina Herrera, and designed salons for Louis Vuitton. Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024 After facing criticism from the U.S. Department of Justice, the Phoenix Police Department is revamping its policies for how officers handle protests and is seeking public input on its draft rules. Miguel Torres, The Arizona Republic, 10 Oct. 2024 Since joining the company, the CEO has revamped the company’s structure, balancing the personalities of the sister duo by splitting their roles to enhance their personality and inclination. Sandra Salibian, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for revamp 

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Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of revamp was in 1850

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“Revamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revamp. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

revamp

verb
re·​vamp (ˈ)rē-ˈvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
1
: to make like new again : renovate
2

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