rework

//riːˈwɜːk//
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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.

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