rework
//riːˈwɜːk//
Verb
reworkInfinitive
reworkPresent tense
reworkedPast tense
reworkedPast participle
reworkingPresent participle
reworksThird-person singular
1
To make changes to something, especially a piece of writing or music, in order to improve it or make it more suitable.
The author decided to rework the final chapter of her novel.
2
To process or treat something again, especially in manufacturing, to correct defects or bring it up to standard.
The factory had to rework the defective parts before shipping.
Noun
1
The act or process of making changes to something to improve it or correct defects.
The rework of the software took longer than expected.