overhaul
B1CEFR level
25/100Rarity: fairly common
NeutralRegister
General verb
To examine and thoroughly repair or improve a system, machine, or method.
The company plans to overhaul its outdated booking system next year.
Business noun
A thorough revision or restructuring of a system or organisation.
The company announced a sweeping overhaul of its outdated reporting structure.
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