makeover
Americannoun
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a remodeling; renovation; restoration.
The old house needs a complete makeover.
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a thorough course of beauty and cosmetic treatments.
Assistants spent four hours on the actress's makeover in preparation for the awards ceremony.
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a change made in one’s life or lifestyle.
Does your career or marriage need a makeover?
Etymology
Origin of makeover
First recorded in 1925–30; noun use of verb phrase make over
Example Sentences
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The stylists from “What Not to Wear” are back in this new Prime Video series, but this time, it’s less about judgment and more about having the makeover participant lead the way.
From Los Angeles Times
In Washington and New York, there has been widespread adoption of adaptive reuse, Lee said, resulting in makeovers of buildings that each add 1,000 to 2,000 residential units.
From Los Angeles Times
Zarrinnam says authorised stunts where the sign has been modified in some way, such as a 2022 makeover to celebrate American Football team LA Rams winning the Superbowl, have involved careful planning and execution.
From BBC
Not all fans love the makeover, but Puri said times change.
From Barron's
In November the ship had a makeover, changing its name from Blint and switching to a Russian registry after falsely flying under the Comoros flag.
From BBC
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