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 club thanked the 56-year-old for his 'passion, contribution and guidance', external, but his departure comes as part of a wider restructure off the field at Newcastle.

From BBC

"Timber harvesting and transport will allow us to restructure Uswayford, increasing biodiversity by creating open habitats, restoring peatlands and planting of a wider mix of tree species."

From BBC

The cancellation is a harbinger of what could happen under a fundamental restructuring of U.S. media that will take place if the proposed Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros.

From Salon

Last month, fashion chain River Island said it would close 33 stores as part of a restructuring after struggling with high costs and multi-million pound losses.

From BBC

Sussex's inclusion in the government's fast-track Devolution Priority Programme means leaders have until 26 September to submit final plans for how councils will be restructured from April 2028.

From BBC

Related Words

• reconstruct 
• reshuffle 
• revamp