repurposed
|re/pur/posed|
B2
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/riˈpɜrˌpoʊzd/
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/riˈpɜːpəʊzd/
(repurpose)
adapt for new use
Etymology
Etymology Information
'repurpose' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'purpose' meaning 'intention or aim'.
Historical Evolution
'repurpose' evolved from the combination of 're-' and 'purpose' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assign a new purpose', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42