1. having a new tread applied to a worn tire
2. renewed or revived after being worn out or outdated
Usage: figurative

1. past tense and past participle of retread

Examples

• The mechanic installed retreaded tires to save money.
• Many trucking companies use retreaded tires for their fleets.
• The retreaded concept failed to attract new audiences.
• They retreaded the old television series with modern actors.
• The company retreaded several worn tires for the delivery trucks.
• His retreaded jokes didn’t get many laughs at the party.