Reclassification (noun)

The act of changing or revising a previous classification of something or someone.

Origin:

Derived from the verb 'reclassify', which means to change or alter a previous classification.

Examples:

1. The reclassification of the book from fiction to non-fiction was based on new information.
2. The company underwent a reclassification of its employees based on their new job responsibilities.
3. The reclassification of the island from a protected wildlife habitat to a tourist destination was met with criticism from conservationists.
4. The library's system for reclassifying books needed an update to keep up with changes in knowledge.
5. The government's decision for reclassification of the controversial movie sparked nationwide debate.