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reform

/ɹɪˈfɔːm/ /ɹəˈfɔɹm/

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noun

Reform, Umgestaltung

The change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it

Examples :

"A major reform is needed to improve the efficiency in the factory."

Eine umfassende Reform ist erforderlich, um die Effizienz in der Fabrik zu verbessern.

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verb

Reformieren, umgestalten, verbessern

To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better

Examples :

"1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9"

1909, H. G. Wells, Die Geschichte von Mr. Polly, Kapitel 9

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verb

Verbessern, umgestalten

To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits

Examples :

"It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform."

Es wird gehofft, dass sich viele Kriminelle nach ihrer Freilassung schließlich bessern werden.

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verb

Umgestalten, umformen

To form again or in a new configuration.

Examples :

"The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack."

Das Regiment formierte sich nach dem Überleben des ersten Angriffs neu.

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