Rearrange

/ˌriːəˈreɪndʒ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to change the order, position, or arrangement of something.

She decided to rearrange the furniture to create more space in the living room.

to arrange again or in a different way.

After the meeting, we will rearrange the schedule to accommodate everyone's availability.

to change the position or order of events in a sequence.

The director asked the actors to rearrange the scenes for better flow in the play.

to organize something anew, often to improve clarity or function.

He will rearrange the files in the cabinet so that they are easier to access.

to alter the structure or setup of something.

The team needs to rearrange their strategy to meet the new challenges in the market.

The word 'rearrange' is derived from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the root 'arrange', from Old French 'arranger'.

rearrange the deck chairs:

To make minor adjustments while ignoring the bigger problem.

rearrange someone's face:

A slang expression meaning to hit or punch someone, typically implying aggression.

To change plans or arrangements at the last minute.

We had to rearrange at the last minute because of the weather.

To alter something in a way that makes it more appealing or effective.

He rearranged his video collection to attract more viewers.