retrain
UK: ˌriːˈtreɪn | US: ˌriːˈtreɪn
vt. to teach (someone) new skills or to practice old skills again
vt. to prepare or adapt for a new purpose or situation
The word "retrain" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with the verb "train" (from Old French "trainer," meaning "to drag, draw, or instruct"). The prefix "re-" implies repetition or renewal, while "train" retains its core meaning of teaching or preparing. Together, they form a verb that logically means "to teach again" or "to prepare anew." This construction reflects a common pattern in English where Latin prefixes modify Germanic or Romance roots to create precise, layered meanings.
After the factory closed, workers had to retrain for jobs in the tech industry.
The company will retrain its staff to use the updated software.
She decided to retrain as a nurse after years in retail.
The military program helps veterans retrain for civilian careers.
Continuous learning allows professionals to retrain and stay competitive.