overhaul

[ˈəʊvəhɔːl]

overhaul Definition

  • 1to completely change a system or method in order to improve it
  • 2to repair or renovate something completely

Using overhaul: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overhaul" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company is planning to overhaul its management structure.

  • Example

    The engine needs to be overhauled.

  • Example

    The government is overhauling the healthcare system.

overhaul Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for overhaul

Phrases with overhaul

  • a significant and extensive change or renovation

    Example

    The stadium underwent a major overhaul before the World Cup.

  • a thorough and comprehensive change or renovation

    Example

    The car needed a complete overhaul after the accident.

  • the process of repairing and maintaining a machine or system

    Example

    The company provides overhaul and maintenance services for aircraft engines.

Origins of overhaul

from over- + haul, meaning 'to drag'

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Summary: overhaul in Brief

To 'overhaul' [ˈəʊvəhɔːl] means to completely change or renovate a system or object. It can refer to anything from a management structure to an engine. Examples include 'The company is planning to overhaul its management structure.' and 'The engine needs to be overhauled.' 'Overhaul' can be paired with 'maintenance' to denote the process of repairing and maintaining a machine or system.

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