refurb
Americannoun
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an act or instance of refurbishing or renovating something.
The motel desperately needs a refurb.
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something that has been refurbished.
The laptop is a refurb.
verb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of refurb
First recorded in 1965–70; by shortening
Example Sentences
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"I think she's waiting for the day they will pay for the extension and the kitchen refurb in our house," he explained.
From BBC • Aug. 17, 2025
You may also find specialty refurb marketplaces: Out&Back, for example, sticks to outdoor gear, while GoodBuy Gear focuses on baby and children’s items.
From Washington Post • Apr. 26, 2022
Mike Weller, from Electric Group, said: "The refurb will make the room better equipped to accommodate the modern wants of live music and club nights, for audiences and performers."
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2022
The iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max have disappeared from Apple’s online store outside of refurb models.
From The Verge • Sep. 14, 2021
It’s common for prime ministers to refurb their official residence.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 28, 2021
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