redefinert

Redefinert is the past participle of the Norwegian verb redefinere and is commonly used as an adjective meaning “redefined.” It describes something whose definition, scope, or interpretation has been altered from a previous version. As a participle, it can be used in perfect tenses and as a modifier for nouns, for example in phrases like “begrepet er redefinert” or “en redefinert definisjon.”

Etymology and form: redefinert is formed from the prefix re- added to definere (to define), with definere ultimately tracing back to Latin definire. The word is part of standard Norwegian spelling and is used across both bokmål and nynorsk contexts, though regional and stylistic preferences influence its frequency.

Usage and domains: the term appears in journalism, academic writing, business, technology, and public policy to indicate that a concept, model, standard, or policy has undergone clarification or substantial change. It is often used when discussing updates, revisions, or new interpretations that replace previous definitions.

Notes on grammar: redefinert functions as an adjective and agrees with the noun it modifies in number and gender, within Norwegian agreement rules. It can be combined with nouns such as “redefinert begrep” or “redefinert rammeverk,” depending on the surrounding syntax.

See also: redefinere, definisjon, definere.