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overhauling |
3 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Overhaul \O`ver*haul"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Overhauled}; p. pr & vb n. {Overhauling}.] 1. To haul or drag over hence to turn over for examination; to inspect; to examine thoroughly with a view to corrections or repairs. 2. (Naut.) To gain upon in a chase; to overtake. {To overhaul a tackle}, to pull on the leading parts so as to separate the blocks. {To overhaul running rigging}, to keep it clear, and see that no hitch occurs. From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Overhaul \O"ver*haul`\, Overhauling \O`ver*haul"ing\, n. A strict examination with a view to correction or repairs. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: overhauling n : periodic maintenance on a car or machine; "it was time for an overhaul on the tractor" [syn: {overhaul}, {inspection and repair}, {service}]
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