What does repurpose mean?
Repurpose means To reuse for a different purpose, on a long-term basis, with or without alteration..
Repurpose
/ɹiːˈpɜː.pəs/ · verb
Meaning
To reuse for a different purpose, on a long-term basis, with or without alteration..
Example Sentences
The town common was repurposed as a practice field.
The church was repurposed as a nightclub by lighting changes and removing the pews, but it never opened.
Looking north towards Moorgate, through the new tunnel being built at Bank for southbound Northern Line services. More than half a mile of new tunnels have been excavated, producing nearly 200,000 tonnes of material which is being repurposed as building material in Dartford.
Tesla has repurposed the lightweight, energy-dense cells that power its cars for huge grid-scale batteries that provide essential backup for renewables.
Synonyms for repurpose
Antonyms for repurpose
Related Words
Word Forms
- repurposes
- repurposing
- repurposed
- re-purpose
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for repurpose?
Common synonyms include remodel.
What is the opposite of repurpose?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use repurpose in a sentence?
The town common was repurposed as a practice field.
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