rewrite
UK: ˌriːˈraɪt | US: ˌriːˈraɪt
vt. to write again or differently
n. a revised or altered version of a text
The word "rewrite" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with the root "write" (from Old English "wrītan," meaning "to score, form letters"). The prefix "re-" is highly productive in English, often indicating repetition or restoration. The fusion of these morphemes logically creates the sense of "writing anew," reflecting both the action and its result.
The author had to rewrite the final chapter to improve clarity.
Editors often request a rewrite to fix structural issues.
The script underwent a complete rewrite before filming.
She decided to rewrite her notes in a more organized format.
The teacher asked the students to rewrite their essays with corrections.