reshape

Meanings

1. 1
   verb

   to give something a new or different physical shape

   The sculptor used steam to reshape the bent wooden frame.

2. 2
   verb

   to change the organization, character, or direction of something significantly

   The merger will reshape how the two companies develop new products.

Formed from re- ("again or anew") + shape. The verb first denotes giving a thing a new form and extends naturally to changing the structure or character of institutions, policies, and ideas.

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