overhaul

Meanings

• Noun

  A thorough inspection, examination, and repair of a mechanical object or system.

  - "After the engine overhaul, the car ran like new."
  - "The aircraft underwent an annual overhaul to maintain its safety and efficiency."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈəʊvəˌhɔːl/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈoʊvɚˌhɔl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with overhaul
howl , dowel , prowl

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Variants

List of all variants of overhaul that leads to same result
overhaul , overhauled , overhauling , overhauls , for the long haul , in the long haul , long haul , long hauls , long-haul , over the long haul

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to pull over' or 'to haul over,' likely from the nautical term 'haul,' meaning 'to pull.'

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Trivia

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1. An overhaul of a car engine typically takes between 10 and 40 hours to complete, depending on the complexity of the engine.

2. The term 'overhaul' was first used in the early 20th century in the aviation industry to describe the process of inspecting and repairing aircraft engines.

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Related Concepts

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1. Maintenance: The practice of keeping something in good working order by performing regular upkeep and repairs.

2. Rebuild: A more extensive process than overhaul, involving the complete disassembly, replacement, and reassembly of an engine or other mechanical component.

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Culture

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The term 'overhaul' has been used extensively in various industries, such as automotive, aviation, and maritime, to describe the process of repairing and maintaining machinery and systems.

How to Memorize "overhaul"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a mechanic working on an engine, inspecting each part, cleaning it, and repairing any damage.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'overhaul' with the idea of thorough inspection and repair.
   - Think of the term as meaning 'a complete makeover' for a mechanical system.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase like 'Over Haul' meaning 'Oversee Haul' or 'Oversee the Hauling Process' to help remember the definition.

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