refurbish

[ree-fur-bish]

verb (used with object)

1. to furbish again; renovate; brighten.

   to refurbish the lobby.

   Synonyms: redecorate, refurnish

refurbish

/ riːˈfɜːbɪʃ /

verb

1. (tr) to make neat, clean, or complete, as by renovating, re-equipping, or restoring

Other Word Forms

• refurbishment noun
• refurbishing noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of refurbish¹

First recorded in 1605–15; re- + furbish

Example Sentences

The proposed paediatric department would be relocated within the refurbished ground and first floors of the existing treatment wing within Altnagelvin Hospital.

From BBC

Dog walkers and parents with small children play in refurbished parks.

From Los Angeles Times

It is thought the premises in Cresswell Crescent were being refurbished and a generator released toxic gasses.

From BBC

The spokesperson added that a clinical lead has been appointed to "oversee extra support for the most vulnerable residents" and said the company is investing more than £1m to refurbish the home.

From BBC

The £10m programme will focus around upgrading and refurbishing four bridges around Junction 26, which have become riddled with potholes.

From BBC

Related Words

• fix up 
• modernize 
• overhaul 
• recondition 
• redo 
• refit 
• rehabilitate 
• remodel 
• renovate 
• repair 
• restore 
• revamp 
• update