reface

[ree-feys]

re·face

[ree-feys]
verb (used with object), re·faced, re·fac·ing.
1.
to renew, restore, or repair the face or surface of (buildings, stone, etc.).
2.
to provide with a new facing, as a garment.

Origin:
1850–55; re- + face
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reface (riːˈfeɪs)
 
vb
1.  to repair or renew the facing of (a wall)
2.  to put a new facing on (a garment)

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