Meaning & Definition of word "Redecorate"

Redecorate

/ˌriːˈdɛk.ə.reɪt/

verb:

  • 1. to change the appearance of a room or building by painting, adding new furniture, or changing the decor.
    • Example: We decided to redecorate the living room to give it a fresh new look.
  • 2. to make aesthetic changes to something, often to improve or modernize it.
    • Example: They plan to redecorate the café to attract more customers.
  • 3. to apply new decor or furnishings to an existing space.
    • Example: After years of neglect, it was time to redecorate the old office.
  • 4. to restore or enhance the decorative elements of a space.
    • Example: The school plans to redecorate the hallways with student artwork.

Etymology

The word 'redecorate' is formed from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'decorate,' which comes from the Latin 'decorare' meaning 'to adorn.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

redecorating on a budget:

Refreshing a space without spending too much money.

DIY redecorate:

Do-it-yourself approach to redecorating.

Related Words

decorate:

To add beauty to a room or building with ornaments.

interior design:

The art or process of designing the interior decoration of a room or building.

Slang Meanings of redecorate

Meaning: Give a space a facelift.

Example Sentence: We need to give this place a facelift before the party.

Meaning: Spruce up.

Example Sentence: Let’s spruce up the kitchen before the guests arrive.