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Redesign

/ˌriːdɪˈzaɪn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process of designing something again or in a different way.

The redesign of the product led to increased sales.

A new plan or design that is the result of redesigning.

The redesign includes new features that customers have been asking for.

verb

To design something again or in a different way.

The company decided to redesign their logo to better appeal to younger customers.

To change or improve the design of something.

After receiving feedback, the team will redesign the website to enhance user experience.

To alter the structure, form, or appearance of something.

She plans to redesign her house's interior to give it a more modern look.

Etymology

The word 'redesign' is formed by adding the prefix 're-' meaning again, to 'design', which comes from Middle French 'design' (meaning to mark out or represent).

Common Phrases and Expressions

start from scratch

to begin a redesign without any reference to the previous design.

makeover

a complete transformation in appearance.

overhaul

to make extensive changes or repairs.

Related Words

design

the creation of a plan or convention for the construction of an object.

revise

to reconsider and alter something in light of further evidence.

prototype

a preliminary model of something from which other forms are developed.

Slang Meanings

give it a facelift

We're going to give the product a facelift to attract younger customers.

put a new spin on it

Let's put a new spin on the old design to make it more appealing.