repurpose

[ ree-pur-puhs ]
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verb (used with object)re·pur·posed, re·pur·pos·ing.
  1. to adapt or utilize (something) for a new purpose: The objective is to create affordable housing by repurposing abandoned commercial properties.

Origin of repurpose

1
First recorded in 1980–85; re- + purpose

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