Originally Posted By: OceanDrop
Hello, I'm looking for a word meaning 'to destroy in order to create'. Thanks for your help.

OD


I think the 'obvious' answer is reverse engineering, but perhaps you're seeking something.. metaphorical?
overhaul
recondition
make over
revolutionize(!)
incorporate(!?)
assimilate (resistance is futile)
merge
normalize : )

-joe (new and improved) friday