reprogram

ˌriːprəˈɡræm

Definitions

1. verb

to change or alter the program or instructions of something, especially a computer or electronic device, so that it operates in a different way

“The new software update will reprogram the smartphone’s operating system.”

2. noun

the process of changing or altering the program or instructions of something, especially a computer or electronic device, so that it operates in a different way

“The company’s IT department is responsible for the reprogramming of all its computer systems.”

Synonyms

  • reboot
  • reinitialise
  • update

Antonyms

  • deprogram