Refit
/ˌriːˈfɪt/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo provide (a person or thing) with new parts or equipment.
/ˌriːˈfɪt/
To fit or supply with new parts or equipment.
The company plans to refit its aging fleet of airplanes.
💡 Simply: Imagine your car's broken down and needs new parts. Refitting is like giving your car a makeover with new, working pieces!
👶 For kids: To fix something by putting new parts on it.
More Examples
The mechanics are refitting the engine to improve fuel efficiency.
The tailor refitted the jacket to better suit the customer's measurements.
How It's Used
"The engineers refitted the ship's engine with a more efficient model."
"They decided to refit the old building to modernize its systems."
To make (someone or something) fit or suitable again.
/ˌriːˈfɪt/
To make someone or something fit or suitable again.
The physical therapist helped refit the patient after the accident.
💡 Simply: Like getting back in shape after the holidays or rebuilding a company after a slump.
👶 For kids: To make something good again, like helping a person feel better after they're sick.
More Examples
The new training program aims to refit employees for leadership roles.
They needed to refit the team after key players left.
How It's Used
"The rehabilitation program helped refit the injured athlete for competition."
"The company aimed to refit its marketing strategy after the market change."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From "re-" (again) + "fit" (to equip or supply). The word originally implied the process of restoring something to a fit or suitable condition, often by changing or adding parts.
The term 'refit' has been used for centuries, particularly in maritime contexts to describe repairs and upgrades to ships. It then extended to other objects needing improvement.
Memory tip
Think of re-fitting a favorite pair of shoes by replacing the worn-out soles.
Word Origin
"suitable; in good condition; to make suitable"