noun
reorganization
ree-or-guh-nuh-ZAY-shun/riˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃn/
The act or result of changing how something is organized.
The reorganization groups the storage bins by color instead of size.
Etymology
The pieces express the process of organizing anew. Here “again” can mean establishing a different arrangement, not simply repeating the old one; the source allows either French borrowing or English formation.
In context
the recent major reorganization of the defence forces both permanent and reserve this has consolidated the number of army units
More examples
- Staff received details of the proposed reorganization.
- A reorganization of the shelves made the collection easier to browse.
- The company completed its reorganization before reopening.
Forms
reorganization · reorganizations
reorganize verb — change how something is arranged
Similar words
- restructuring
- Restructuring changes an organization’s framework; reorganization also covers smaller rearrangements.
- rearrangement
- Rearrangement changes order or placement; reorganization can alter duties and relationships as well.