Meaning & Definition of word "Redo"

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    Redo

    /riːˈduː/

    verb:

    • 1. To do something again or differently.
      • Example: After realizing the project was not meeting expectations, the team decided to redo the entire presentation.
    • 2. To change or correct something that has been done.
      • Example: She had to redo her homework because she didn't follow the instructions properly.
    • 3. To renovate or restore something to a better or newer condition.
      • Example: 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 of redo

    Meaning: Fixing a mistake

    Example Sentence: I had to do a redo on that project because I messed it up.

    Meaning: Starting over

    Example Sentence: Forget it, let's just redo everything from scratch.