reprogram

verb

re·​pro·​gram (ˌ)rē-ˈprō-ˌgram How to pronounce reprogram (audio)
-grəm
reprogrammed; reprogramming; reprograms

transitive verb

: to program anew
especially : to revise or write a new program for
reprogram a computer

intransitive verb

: to rewrite or revise a program especially of a computer
reprogrammable
(ˌ)rē-ˈprō-ˌgra-mə-bəl How to pronounce reprogram (audio)
-ˌprō-ˈgra-
adjective

Examples of reprogram in a Sentence

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Crews need the ability to reprogram routes at sea. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Mar. 2026 Once in the body, it's designed to reprogram the pathways that lead to immune dysfunction. — New Atlas, 2 July 2026 They were brought on board to help reprogram the AI tools the company uses, as well as train younger members of staff. — Adam England, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 Police have previously warned drivers about car theft going high-tech, including one method where thieves can hack and reprogram your car's key fob. — Joe Brandt, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reprogram

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

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The first known use of reprogram was in 1937

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“Reprogram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reprogram. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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