remodel

[ ree-mod-l ]

verb (used with object)

, re·mod·eled, re·mod·el·ing or (especially British) re·mod·elled, re·mod·el·ling.

1. to model again.
2. to reconstruct; make over.

   Synonyms: repair, re-create, renovate, renew

remodel

verb

1. to change or alter the structure, style, or form of (something)

   expand and remodel the kitchen

2. to model again in clay, wax, etc; remould

noun

1. something that has been remodelled

Other Words From

• re·model·er especially British, re·model·ler noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of remodel¹

First recorded in 1780–90; re- + model

Example Sentences

The decision comes one day after the council voted to support ending a rule that allows for renters to be evicted when landlords substantially remodel their buildings.

From Los Angeles Times

The Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday voted in support of eliminating a rule that allows renters to be evicted when landlords remodel their buildings.

From Los Angeles Times

Many of the locations to be shuttered are too old to be remodeled or are in unprofitable areas, Dunn said.

From Los Angeles Times

Trump-like grifters made their way across the state pretending to be in the remodeling and construction business.

From Salon

Analysts lauded the retailer for heavily investing in technology to become more efficient, remodeling stores to look more modern and adopting a nimble, experimental mindset.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• fix up
• modernize
• overhaul
• rebuild
• recondition
• redesign
• refurbish
• rehabilitate
• remake
• renovate
• restore
• revamp
• upgrade