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Phrase(s): retool something for something
to set up a factory with new or altered tools for a different kind of production. • The manager decided to retool the factory for greater efficiency. • We will retool the plant for next year’s models., Phrase(s): retool for something
1. Lit. to set up with new or altered tools for a different kind of production. • The factory was closed down so they could retool for next year’s model. • How soon can we retool for this new line of products? 2. Fig. to prepare oneself for a different kind of work. • He decided to retool for a new job in the computer industry. • I am too old to retool for a job like this.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs