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View synonyms for repurpose
repurpose
[ ree-pur-puhs ]
verb (used with object)
, re·pur·posed, re·pur·pos·ing.
- to adapt or utilize (something) for a new purpose:
The objective is to create affordable housing by repurposing abandoned commercial properties.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of repurpose1
First recorded in 1980–85; re- ( def ) + purpose ( def )
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Example Sentences
Rand Paul and Ted Cruz are trying to repurpose the Republicans as the party of the middle class.
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