definition of reverse engineering
Reverse-engineer definition, to study or analyze (a device, as a microchip for computers) in order to learn details of design, construction, and operation, perhaps to produce a copy or an improved version. See more.
Reverse is defined as the opposite or the opposing side of something. An example of reverse is pro life to pro choice. Reverse means to go backward, or to turn inside out or to the correct side. An example of to reverse is to back a car out of the driveway.