Retrofitting

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛtroʊˌfɪtɪŋ/

Retrofitting (noun)

  1. The process of adding new technology or features to existing systems or structures.

Examples

  • Retrofitting can improve the efficiency of older systems.
  • Retrofitting can improve old buildings with new features.

Common collocations: implement retrofitting, benefit from retrofitting, consider retrofitting

Synonyms of Retrofitting

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Retrofitting

  • — removing parts instead of adding new ones.
  • — taking something out of service rather than upgrading it.