noun
- the act of giving a new name to someone or something
Examples
- The rechristening of the street honored a local hero.
- After the merger, the rechristening of the company took months to complete.
- The ship’s rechristening ceremony was attended by hundreds of people.
- The rechristening of the building reflected its new purpose.
- Local residents opposed the rechristening of their neighborhood park.
- The rechristening process required approval from the city council.