Definition

To redesign or modify something, often to improve its function or efficiency.

Example

The company decided to reengineer its software to make it more user-friendly.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard your team is planning to reengineer the project.

Yeah, we think it will make things run more smoothly.

That sounds like a smart move; what changes are you making?

We're focusing on efficiency, so we're going to simplify some processes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reengineer → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "engineer" (from Old French *engignier*, meaning to devise or contrive). The word "reengineer" means to devise or contrive something again, often to improve or redesign it.

Memory Tip

Think of 'doing something again' ('re-') to 'devise' or 'create' ('engineer') — that's why reengineer means to redesign or improve something.

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