redevelop

[ ree-di-vel-uhp ]

verb (used with object)

1. to develop (something) again.
2. Photography. to submit (a film or the like) to a second development, as to intensify or tone it.

verb (used without object)

1. to develop again.

redevelop

/ ˌriːdɪˈvɛləp /

verb

1. to rebuild or replan (a building, area, etc)
2. photog to develop (a negative or print) for a second time, in order to improve the contrast, colour, etc
3. to develop (something) again

Derived Forms

• ˌredeˈvelopment, noun
• ˌredeˈveloper, noun

Other Words From

• rede·velop·er noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of redevelop¹

First recorded in 1880–85; re- + develop

Example Sentences

Some advocates worry the proposal will lead to too much displacement as older apartments are redeveloped.

From Los Angeles Times

Ortiz declined to comment further, saying Phillips 66 is in the preliminary stages of the project and hasn’t set a timeline on how long it might take to redevelop the land.

From Los Angeles Times

Plans to redevelop Euston include the creation of a larger concourse, but these are subject to Network Rail securing more government funding.

From BBC

Land around the station is being redeveloped and there are plans to dismantle the nearby Boyne Bridge as part of the project.

From BBC

The club's owners are currently considering whether to pursue a £2bn plan for a brand new 100,000-seat stadium or redevelop the existing ground.

From BBC