overhauls
[/ˌoʊvərˈhɔːlz/]
verb (third person singular) / noun (plural)pl: N/A (verb form) / overhauls (noun plural)
revisa completamente; reforma; conserta a fundo
1. To examine thoroughly and repair or replace worn or broken parts
The mechanic overhauls the engine every year.
O mecânico faz uma revisão completa do motor a cada ano.
2. To reorganize or make comprehensive changes to a system or process
The government overhauls the education system.
O governo reforma completamente o sistema educacional.
3. A thorough examination and repair or renovation (noun)
The building requires a major overhaul.
O edifício necessita de uma reforma importante.
4. A comprehensive reorganization or revision
The company announced a complete overhaul of its management structure.
A empresa anunciou uma reestruturação completa de sua hierarquia administrativa.
The term is commonly used in both American and Brazilian contexts, particularly in automotive repair, industrial maintenance, and governmental policy discussions. In Brazil, 'revisão completa' or 'reforma' are more frequently used in casual speech, while 'overhaul' is retained in technical and business English contexts.
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