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retrofit meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of retrofit at MeaningMonkey.org. retrofit meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.RETROFIT noun
Definition of retrofit (noun)
- a component or accessory added to something after it has been manufactured
- the act of adding a component or accessory to something that did not have it when it was manufactured
- "the court ordered a retrofit on all automobiles"
RETROFIT verb
Definition of retrofit (verb)
- provide with parts, devices, or equipment not available or in use at the time of the original manufacture
- "They car companies retrofitted all the old models with new carburetors"
- fit in or on an existing structure, such as an older house
- "The mansion was retrofitted with modern plumbing"
- substitute new or modernized parts or equipment for older ones
- "The laboratory retrofitted to meet the safety codes"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet