refurb

[ree-furb, ree-furb]

noun

1. an act or instance of refurbishing or renovating something.

   The motel desperately needs a refurb.

2. something that has been refurbished.

   The laptop is a refurb.

verb (used with object)

1. to refurbish or renovate.

Word History and Origins

Origin of refurb¹

First recorded in 1965–70; by shortening

Example Sentences

"I think she's waiting for the day they will pay for the extension and the kitchen refurb in our house," he explained.

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Venue refurb 'third-largest council expenditure'

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That refurb deal is actually still going, and you can pick one of them up for $579.99, but the Amazon deal for a new one may be even more enticing for anyone who wants stellar 1440p performance with fast frame rates.

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When new, they sell for $159, so you’re getting $70 off a refurb complete with a two-year warranty and original packaging and accessories.

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I know refurb earbuds may not be everyone’s bag, but these have a 30-day return window if you change your mind and a one-year third-party warranty.

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