Definition

To arrange or organize something again, often in a different way or style.

Example

The composer decided to reorchestrate the symphony for a smaller ensemble.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was thinking about how we could reorchestrate the song for our performance.

That sounds interesting! What changes do you have in mind?

Maybe we could add some different instruments to give it a fresh feel.

I love that idea! It would definitely make the piece more exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reorchestrate → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "orchestrate" (from Greek "orkhestra", meaning a place for dancing, which evolved to mean arranging music for an orchestra). The word means to arrange or organize something again, particularly in a musical context.

Memory Tip

Think of arranging music 'again' ('re-') for an orchestra ('orchestrate') — that's what reorchestrate means.

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