How to Pronounce "retrofit"
word
ˈɹɛtɹoʊˌfɪt
RET-roh-fit
ɹˌɛtɹəʊfˈɪt
ret-ROH-fit
Definition
To add new technology or features to older buildings, machines, or systems so they meet current standards or work better.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛtɹoʊˌfɪt
British English
ɹˌɛtɹəʊfˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RET-roh-fit
UK
ret-ROH-fit
Listen in Context
They will retrofit the school with solar panels next year.
The factory was retrofitted to reduce energy use.
We need to retrofit our old computers to make them faster.
After the earthquake, the office building was retrofitted to improve safety.