overhaul

[oh-ver-hawl, oh-ver-hawl, oh-ver-hawl]

verb (used with object)

1. to make necessary repairs on; restore to serviceable condition.

   My car was overhauled by an expert mechanic.

2. to investigate or examine thoroughly for repair or revision.

   Next year we're going to overhaul the curriculum.

3. to gain upon, catch up with, or overtake, as in a race.

4. to haul or turn over for examination.

5. Nautical.

   1. to slacken (a rope) by hauling in the opposite direction to that in which the rope was drawn taut.

   2. to release the blocks of (a tackle).

noun

1. Also overhauling. a general examination and repair.

   The state roads were badly in need of a major overhaul.

overhaul

verb

1. to examine carefully for faults, necessary repairs, etc

2. to make repairs or adjustments to (a car, machine, etc)

3. to overtake

noun

1. a thorough examination and repair

Other Word Forms

• overhauler noun
• unoverhauled adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of overhaul¹

First recorded in 1620–30; over- + haul

Example Sentences

Mr Ortberg has previously pledged to "restore trust" in the business, overhaul its corporate culture and prioritise the safety of passengers.

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As part of its overhaul, Character.AI announced the creation of the AI Safety Lab, an independent nonprofit focused on developing safety protocols for next-generation AI entertainment features.

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In the speech, he said that his administration will end “unfair trade barriers” and overhaul “weak, pathetic” supply chains, touting agreements signed during his Asia trip.

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Microsoft and OpenAI announced Tuesday a sweeping overhaul of their landmark artificial intelligence partnership, giving both companies greater independence while maintaining their close collaboration.

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Argentine stocks and sovereign bonds surged and the peso strengthened against the dollar after weeks of volatility over concerns about Milei’s ability to overhaul the economy and fight inflation, a crucial issue for voters.

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Related Words

• fix 
• improve 
• modernize 
• rebuild 
• reconstruct 
• reexamine 
• renew 
• repair 
• revamp