restructure

[ree-struhk-cher]

verb (used with object)

restructured, restructuring 

1. to change, alter, or restore the structure of.

   to restructure a broken nose.

2. to effect a fundamental change in (as an organization or system).

3. to recombine (bits of inexpensive meats), especially by mechanical means, into simulated steaks, fillets, etc.

verb (used without object)

restructured, restructuring 

1. to restructure something.

noun

1. the act or an instance of restructuring.

restructure

/ riːˈstrʌktʃə /

verb

1. (tr) to organize (a system, business, society, etc) in a different way

   radical attempts to restructure the economy

Other Word Forms

• restructurer noun
• restructuring noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of restructure¹

First recorded in 1940–45; re- + structure

Example Sentences

The move is part of a major restructure of Aston Martin that sees Andy Cowell removed from his current position as team principal and chief executive officer just 13 months after joining the team.

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Computer and printer maker HP announced Tuesday a sweeping restructuring plan that will eliminate about 10 percent of its workforce globally as the company pivots toward artificial intelligence to boost efficiency.

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HP expects to incur about $650 million in costs related to the restructuring plan, including about $250 million in the current fiscal year.

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When Argentina restructures, and current reserve burn rates suggest this will happen early in 2026, those holdings get written down.

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Shah also told the committee the role of director general is "too big for one person" and that he is "inclined to restructure the executive in the future, once we get a new director".

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Related Words

• reconstruct 
• reshuffle 
• revamp