redefinition

American  

[ree-def-uh-nish-uhn, ri-] / ˌri dɛf əˈnɪʃ ən, rɪ- /

noun

1. the act, process, or result of defining again or understanding something in a different way.

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Example Sentences

Brooks points out that one way high-tech promoters finesse their exaggerated promises is through subtle redefinition.

From Los Angeles Times

Online, commenters have called her “ripped,” “beautiful,” even the “peak female athlete form,” which is both a compliment and a quietly radical redefinition.

From Salon

A redefinition of Britain's relationship with money, with government, and with itself.

From BBC

"The international community has drawn up a road map for the redefinition of the second," she tells BBC News.

From BBC

“We could see a redefinition of a salary employee,” Jochman said.

From Los Angeles Times