TechnologyJuly 17, 2026

reimagining

/ˌriːɪˈmædʒɪnɪŋ/

Definition

The act of fundamentally redesigning or transforming an existing product or system to create a new, modern version.

Etymology

The word is formed by combining the prefix 're-' (again) with 'imagining,' which stems from the Latin 'imaginari' (to picture oneself). It entered English to describe the process of viewing or creating something in a new, imaginative way.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe how Google’s CEO characterizes a major overhaul of the Google Search experience. It signifies a shift toward a completely new functional approach rather than just a minor update.

EU Orders Google to Open Android AI Features, Share Search Data With Rivals

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