Overhaul: meaning, definitions and examples

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overhaul

 

[ ˈoʊvərˌhɔl ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

mechanical

To take apart (a machine or structure) in order to examine it and repair it if necessary.

Synonyms

fix, repair, revamp

Examples of usage

  • Mechanics had to overhaul the engine to fix the issue.
  • The mechanic overhauled the entire braking system of the car.
Context #2 | Noun

general

A thorough examination or restoration of a machine or structure.

Synonyms

refurbishment, renovation, restoration

Examples of usage

  • The car needed a complete overhaul after the accident.
  • The company decided to do an overhaul of their website.

Translations

Translations of the word "overhaul" in other languages:

🇵🇹 revisão completa

🇮🇳 पूर्ण पुनरावलोकन

🇩🇪 Überholung

🇮🇩 perombakan

🇺🇦 капітальний ремонт

🇵🇱 przegląd generalny

🇯🇵 徹底的な見直し

🇫🇷 révision complète

🇪🇸 revisión completa

🇹🇷 genel revizyon

🇰🇷 정밀 점검

🇸🇦 إصلاح شامل

🇨🇿 generální oprava

🇸🇰 generálna oprava

🇨🇳 全面检修

🇸🇮 temeljita prenova

🇮🇸 heildarendurskoðun

🇰🇿 толық жөндеу

🇬🇪 სრული განახლება

🇦🇿 tam təmir

🇲🇽 revisión completa

Etymology

The term 'overhaul' originated in the 17th century as a combination of 'over' and 'haul', implying the action of pulling something over or across in order to examine or repair it thoroughly. Over time, the word expanded to encompass a broader meaning of comprehensive examination and restoration, especially in the context of machinery and structures.

See also: haul, haulers, hauling, overhauler.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,358, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.