[+ obj] 1 : to look at every part of (something) and repair or replace the parts that do not work
▪ The mechanic overhauled the car's engine. 2 : to change (something) completely in order to improve it
▪ They had to overhaul their original plans. ▪ Lawmakers are overhauling the welfare program.
▪ The mechanic overhauled the car's engine.
▪ They had to overhaul their original plans. ▪ Lawmakers are overhauling the welfare program.





