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remodel

American  
[ree-mod-l] / riˈmɒd l /

verb (used with object)

remodeled, remodeling remodelled, remodelling
  1. to model again.

  2. to reconstruct; make over.

    Synonyms:
    repair , re-create , renovate , renew

remodel British  

verb

  1. to change or alter the structure, style, or form of (something)

    expand and remodel the kitchen

  2. to model again in clay, wax, etc; remould

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. something that has been remodelled

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • remodeler noun

Etymology

Origin of remodel

First recorded in 1780–90; re- + model

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Example Sentences

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People don’t need to replace many kinds of home goods frequently, and inflation makes it even less likely for them to spend on redecorating or remodeling.

From Barron's

And Cracker Barrel abandoned a new logo and restaurant remodeling program after a headline-generating backlash.

From The Wall Street Journal

Economic uncertainty, a stalled housing market and high interest rates have led homeowners to delay remodeling and repair projects, but Lowe’s expressed optimism that the downturn might be starting to reverse.

From The Wall Street Journal

She obtained landmark status in 1996 and donated an easement to the Los Angeles Conservancy, ensuring that it can’t be remodeled or torn down.

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps it is no surprise then England have spent the past four years remodelling their pace attack with the express intention of triumphing in Australia for the first time since 2010-11.

From BBC