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Topic: Tools

refit

IPA: /ˈriːfɪt/

KK: /ˈriːfɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be made suitable or in good condition again, often through repairs or modifications.

Example: The ship will refit in the dry dock next month.

noun

Definition: The process of repairing or updating equipment, especially in a ship or building, to make it functional again or to improve it.

Example: The old ship underwent a refit to enhance its performance and safety features.

transitive verb

Definition: To make changes or improvements to something, especially to prepare it for further use or to update it.

Example: The ship was refit to accommodate more passengers and modern amenities.

refix

IPA: /rɪˈfɪks/

KK: /ˈriːfɪks/

verb

Definition: To repair or adjust something again after it has been fixed previously.

Example: After the storm, we had to refix the roof to prevent leaks.

refold

IPA: /rɪˈfoʊld/

KK: /rɪˈfoʊld/

verb

Definition: To fold something again after it has already been folded.

Example: After taking out the shirt, I decided to refold it neatly before putting it away.

refurbish

IPA: /rɪˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

KK: /rɪˈfɜrbɪʃ/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something clean, bright, or fresh again, often by repairing or renovating it.

Example: They decided to refurbish the old furniture instead of buying new pieces.

regear

IPA: //riˈɡɪr//

KK: /riˈɡir/

verb

Definition: To adjust or change the gear of something, often to improve its performance or to fit a new purpose.

Example: The mechanic had to regear the bicycle to make it suitable for mountain trails.

reglaze

IPA: /rɪˈɡleɪz/

KK: /rɪˈɡleɪz/

verb

Definition: To apply a new layer of glaze to a surface, often to restore or improve its appearance.

Example: The artist decided to reglaze the pottery to enhance its shine.

reglet

IPA: /ˈrɛɡlɛt/

KK: /ˈrɛɡlɪt/

noun

Definition: A narrow, flat piece of material used in architecture or printing, often to separate or define spaces.

Example: The architect chose a reglet to enhance the design of the building's facade.

regrind

IPA: /rɪˈɡraɪnd/

KK: /rɪˈɡraɪnd/

verb

Definition: To grind something again, often to make it finer or to reuse it.

Example: After the first round of grinding, we need to regrind the material to achieve the desired texture.

rehammer

IPA: //riˈhæmər//

KK: /riˈhæmɚ/

verb

Definition: To strike or hit something again with a hammer.

Example: The carpenter had to rehammer the nails to ensure they were secure.

rehang

IPA: //riˈhæŋ//

KK: /riˈhæŋ/

verb

Definition: To put something back in a hanging position after it has been taken down or moved.

Example: We need to rehang the picture after painting the wall.

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