Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

repurpose

verb

/ˌriːˈpɜːrpəs/

Definition

To adapt or use something for a different purpose than what it was originally intended for.

Examples

Many artists repurpose old furniture into unique art pieces.
The company decided to repurpose their old marketing materials for a new campaign.
We can repurpose this box to store our winter clothes.

Meaning

Repurposing involves taking an existing object or material and reusing it in a new way, often to give it a second life or to fulfill a different function.