retrofit

[re-troh-fit, re-troh-fit, re-troh-fit] / ˈrɛ troʊˌfɪt, ˌrɛ troʊˈfɪt, ˈrɛ troʊˌfɪt /

VERB

adapt for use with something older

Synonyms

STRONGEST

backfit

STRONG

modify reconstruct recycle

WEAK

add furnish install modernize overhaul render tweak

Example Sentences

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The company will use the funding to conduct a paid pilot with a Class 1 railroad, testing its battery retrofit and dynamic charging system.

From The Wall Street Journal

This includes a hair salon and museum in Joshua Tree, and the recently opened Reset Hotel in Twentynine Palms features dozens of rooms in retrofitted shipping containers, some with outdoor bathtubs and firepits.

From Los Angeles Times

As new fabrication facilities are built or retrofitted in the next few years, more chip-making tools and equipment will be needed, Klein said.

From MarketWatch

Airlines are retrofitting their passenger jets or buying new ones that have a larger share of premium seats.

From The Wall Street Journal

Malls are retrofitting to create social media-friendly spaces and welcoming influencers.

From The Wall Street Journal