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adaptive reuse
converting an old building to a new purpose
In more detail
1. (noun) the practice of converting an existing building or structure into a new use, especially a historic or old building adapted for modern purposes
2. (noun) the modification or adjustment of something to serve a different function or purpose
Examples
- 1. The old factory underwent adaptive reuse and is now a shopping mall with apartments.
- 2. The software company focused on adaptive reuse of their existing code for the new platform.
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