restructure

American  

[ree-struhk-cher] / riˈstrʌk tʃər /

verb (used with object)

restructured, restructuring

1. to change, alter, or restore the structure of.

   to restructure a broken nose.

2. to effect a fundamental change in (as an organization or system).

3. to recombine (bits of inexpensive meats), especially by mechanical means, into simulated steaks, fillets, etc.

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verb (used without object)

restructured, restructuring

1. to restructure something.

noun

1. the act or an instance of restructuring.

restructure British  

/ riːˈstrʌktʃə /

verb

1. (tr) to organize (a system, business, society, etc) in a different way

   radical attempts to restructure the economy

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Other Word Forms

• restructurer noun
• restructuring noun

Etymology

Origin of restructure

First recorded in 1940–45; re- + structure

Example Sentences

It also expressed frustration with what it called the Foundation’s “lack of transparency” and “disregard for the skills and expertise of our colleagues” during the restructuring.

From Los Angeles Times

The company projects it will incur about $4.6 million in restructuring and asset impairment charges, including about $4.2 million in the first quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal

It restructured its banking system, closing banks that accounted for more than one-third of banking assets and recapitalizing others.

From Barron's

“Historically, Booz Allen has been one of the most consistent government services companies, and we expect it to eventually emerge stronger following its announced restructuring.”

From Barron's

Anagnost says the recent restructuring actions will not become an annual process.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• reconstruct
• reshuffle
• revamp