restructuring

UK: ˌriːˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ | US: ˌriːˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ

Definition

  1. n. the act of organizing a company, system, or process in a new way to make it more effective

  2. vt. the process of changing the structure of something

Structure
re <again>struct <build>ure <process>ing <present participle>
Etymology

The word "restructuring" combines Latin-derived morphemes:

  • "re-" (again) signals repetition or renewal.
  • "struct" (from Latin "struere," meaning "to build") forms the core concept of construction.
  • "-ure" (a noun-forming suffix indicating a process or result) and "-ing" (present participle) complete the word.
    Originally used in architecture and engineering, it evolved into business and organizational contexts to describe systematic reorganization.
Examples

  1. The company announced a major restructuring to cut costs.

  2. Economic crises often force governments to consider restructuring their policies.

  3. The restructuring process will take at least six months to complete.

  4. Employees are anxious about potential job losses due to restructuring.

  5. Successful restructuring requires clear communication and strategic planning.