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remanufacturing

remanufacturing

5.3
A way to fix and clean used machines or parts to make them like new for use again
  • noun
  • /ˌriːˈmænəˌfækʧərɪŋ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : remanufactura
  • " New Yorkers must continue this fantastic progress by recovering more used materials for reuse and remanufacturing, increasing backyard composting, continuing educational efforts, and maximizing waste reduction, reuse, and recycling opportunities," notes DEC Commissioner John Cahill.
  • remanufacturing plant
  • remanufacturing business

Examples

  • When the machines had served their duty, Electrolux took them back for remanufacturing.

    Academic text (2006)

  • As part of that process, the company has integrated its new production and remanufacturing lines so that similar manufacturing tools, processes, and quality controls are used in both.

    Academic text (1997)

  • The company specializes in remanufacturing used engines to extend their lifespan and reduce waste.

  • By investing in remanufacturing, we can turn old machinery into valuable products without needing new resources.

  • The process of remanufacturing electronic devices helps reduce e-waste and makes technology more affordable.

Synonyms

repair
vsremanufacturing
352 2.3

Work done to fix something that is broken

restores used items fully to like-new for reuse or resale
reconstruction
vsremanufacturing
89 4.2

Building something again after it is damaged or destroyed

is used for restoring used items into like-new condition for reuse or resale
rebuilding
vsremanufacturing
56 3.0

Making something again after it is damaged or destroyed

applies to used products restored to like-new for resale and reuse
refurbishment
vsremanufacturing
4 3.7

Cleaning, fixing, and improving a building or room so it is in good condition again

seeks a full like-new restoration aimed at resale or reuse
refabrication
vsremanufacturing
  • Specialized
1 9.2

Making something again after taking it apart or after damage

focuses on complete restoration to like-new for reuse or resale
reconditioning
vsremanufacturing
1 3.9

To make something work like new again by repairing or cleaning

goes further to reach like-new quality for resale or reuse
remanufacture
vsremanufacturing
  • Specialized
6.4

Restoring a used product by repairing or rebuilding so it becomes almost new

is the ongoing noun form for the same restoration process
reconstitution
vsremanufacturing
6.5

Adding a needed part so something becomes like it was before

aims to achieve like-new condition suitable for reuse or resale

Antonyms

disposal
54 3.0

The act of getting rid of something you do not want

How Thorough

remanufacturing
  • Specialized
5.3
to repair
365 1.0

Surface Forms

remanufacturing singular
remanufacturings plural

Morphology

remanufacturing = remanufacture (semi-transparent) = re + manufacture + ing

This is a regular -ing nominalization from the verb 'remanufacture', so the meaning 'the process of remanufacturing' is directly predictable.

Etymology

The word remanufacturing is made of re- 'again' and manufacture 'to make', and the manu- part means 'hand', like in manual. So, remanufacturing means 'making again', which is why it refers to restoring used products to a like-new condition.