noun
- the process of adding new or modified parts or features to something after it was originally built or manufactured
Usage: often used in construction and engineering contexts
Examples
- The retrofitting of the old building included installing new windows and insulation.
- Earthquake retrofitting can help older homes withstand seismic activity.
- The retrofitting project will add solar panels to the school’s roof.
- Energy-efficient retrofitting reduced the office building’s utility costs.
- The city approved funding for retrofitting public buildings with accessibility features.
- Retrofitting the factory with modern equipment improved production efficiency.