retrofit
verb (used with object)
to modify equipment (in airplanes, automobiles, a factory, etc.) that is already in service using parts developed or made available after the time of original manufacture.
will retrofit
-
future tenseof retrofit.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
People in Lexington hope Tyson will retrofit or sell its plant.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
According to the companies, they will retrofit the armoured vehicles with key capabilities for firepower and command and control by 2029.
From Reuters ● Apr. 19, 2023
A second phase will retrofit the remaining 87 stations.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 24, 2023
It recently announced it will retrofit 120 of its Boeing 777 and A380 aircraft with new Premium Economy seats.
From Seattle Times ● May 13, 2022
On Thursday it recalled 123,000 Model S vehicles—almost half of the cars it’s ever sold—over an issue with power-steering bolts that it will retrofit.
From Slate ● Mar. 31, 2018
