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Overhaul

OH-vur-hawl

/ˈoʊvɜːrˌhɔːl/

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overhaul

Dictionary meaning

The act of improving by renewing and restoring.

Examples

  • It was time for an overhaul on the tractor.
  • You should overhaul your car engine.

Synonyms: renovation

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