Redo

/riːˈduː/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To do something again or differently.
After realizing the project was not meeting expectations, the team decided to redo the entire presentation.
To change or correct something that has been done.
She had to redo her homework because she didn't follow the instructions properly.
To renovate or restore something to a better or newer condition.
They plan to redo the kitchen to make it more modern.

Etymology

The prefix 're-' means 'again' and the verb 'do'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

redo the work
to repeat the tasks required to complete a project
redo the test
to take a test again, usually to improve one's score
redo the plan
to revise a previously established plan to adapt to new circumstances

Related Words

redoing
the act of doing something again
rework
to alter or improve something
revision
the act of reviewing and altering

Slang Meanings

Fixing a mistake
I had to do a redo on that project because I messed it up.
Starting over
Forget it, let's just redo everything from scratch.