verb

overhaul

overhaul, revamp

We need to overhaul the entire system.

We need to overhaul the entire system.

The engine was completely overhauled.

The engine was completely overhauled.

to overhaul ((sth.)) to repair or improve (sth.) so that every part of it works as it should The company plans to overhaul its marketing strategy.

Synonyms: revamp, renovate, rebuild, service

From 'over-' + 'haul' (to pull or drag). Originally a nautical term for pulling a ship over on its side for inspection.

Imagine 'hauling' a machine 'over' to take it apart and repair it completely.

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