overhauling

Meanings

• verb

  The act of completely inspecting, repairing, or reconditioning something, especially a mechanical item.

  - "After the boat hit a rock, we had to overhaul the engine."
  - "The factory was shut down for a week to overhaul the production line."

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Variants

List of all variants of overhauling that leads to same result
overhaul , overhauled , overhauling , overhauls

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to haul over' in the nautical sense, but the meaning has evolved to refer to a thorough inspection and repair.

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Trivia

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1. Overhauling is also used in the context of financial markets to refer to a comprehensive review of a company's financial statements.

2. The term 'overhaul' comes from the nautical term 'haul over,' which means to pull something towards oneself.

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Related Concepts

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1. Maintenance: The practice of preserving something in good working order by repairing or replacing worn parts.

2. Service: The action of providing assistance or support, often in a professional or business context.

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Culture

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Overhauling is a common concept in various industries, particularly in transportation and manufacturing, where regular maintenance and upkeep are essential.

How to Memorize "overhauling"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a mechanic thoroughly inspecting and repairing a machine.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of a thorough repair or inspection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Overhaul: Oversee, Haul, and Ultra-check' to remember the meaning of the word.

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