repurpose

American  

[ree-pur-puhs] / ˌriˈpɜr pəs /

verb (used with object)

repurposed, repurposing

1. to adapt or utilize (something) for a new purpose.

   The objective is to create affordable housing by repurposing abandoned commercial properties.

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Etymology

Origin of repurpose

First recorded in 1980–85; re- ( def. ) + purpose ( def. )

Example Sentences

The companies are also reviving plans to consolidate operations in a new building over the next two years, while repurposing four other properties, a project put on hold when the tariffs hit.

From The Wall Street Journal

Discovery looks to repurposed content, including characters from the “Harry Potter” and “Lord of the Rings” franchises, as well as superheroes like Batman, as “ blatant infringement” by ByteDance.

From Los Angeles Times

Researchers have pinpointed three already approved medications that may be repurposed to treat or prevent Alzheimer's disease.

From Science Daily

It gives the union a say in “equipment and process design development, modification, and repurposing” and requires breaks at least every two and a half hours.

From The Wall Street Journal

Other engine manufacturers, including those that produce marine and other heavy-duty types, can repurpose capacity to make more power engines “with only minor investment,” the report added.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• reuse