rekey
verbEtymology From re- + key.
1
Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences To enter information into a device, such as a keyboard or keypad, after it has been done at least once before.
- She had to rekey the security code.
2
To modify (a lock or its cylinder) to change which keys will open it.
3
Human sciences, Sciences, Social science, Social sciences To change the key or tenor of; to reframe.