Meaning of the word rewrite in English

What does rewrite mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rewrite

US /ˌriːˈraɪt/

UK /ˌriːˈraɪt/

write (something) again so as to alter or improve it.

Example:

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the songs may have to be rewritten

Synonym:

revise recast rework reword rephrase redraft rescript

an instance of writing something again so as to alter or improve it.

Example:

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he was constantly demanding rewrites, even on the set

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