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overhaul

/ˈoʊvɚˌhɑl/ /ˈəʊvəˌhɔːl/ /ˈoʊvɚˌhɔl/

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noun

Révision, refonte, rénovation

A major repair, remake, renovation, or revision.

Examples :

"The engine required a complete overhaul to run properly."

Le moteur nécessitait une révision complète pour fonctionner correctement.

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noun

Déblaiement, contrôle après l'extinction

The process after the fire appears extinguished in which the firefighters search the structure for signs of hot spots that may cause the structure to reignite. Often this includes the process of salvage under the blanket term, salvage and overhaul.

Examples :

"After the fire was declared out, the firefighters began the overhaul, carefully searching for hidden hot spots that could rekindle the blaze. "

Après que l'incendie a été déclaré éteint, les pompiers ont commencé le déblaiement, recherchant attentivement les points chauds cachés qui pourraient raviver les flammes.

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verb

Réviser, moderniser, remettre en état

To modernize, repair, renovate, or revise completely.

Examples :

"The school is undergoing a complete overhaul of its science labs, updating the equipment and improving safety features. "

L'école entreprend une révision complète de ses laboratoires scientifiques, en mettant à jour l'équipement et en améliorant les dispositifs de sécurité.

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verb

Dépasser, doubler

To pass, overtake, or travel past.

Examples :

"The faster car overtook the slower one on the highway. "

La voiture la plus rapide a doublé la plus lente sur l'autoroute.

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verb

Réviser, entretenir

To keep (running rigging) clear, and see that no hitch occurs.

Examples :

"The sailor meticulously overhauled the ropes on the sailboat, ensuring they were taut and free of any kinks. "

Le marin a méticuleusement révisé les cordages du voilier, s'assurant qu'ils étaient tendus et sans nœuds.

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verb

Fouiller, inspecter

To search (a ship) for contraband goods.

Examples :

"The customs officers were tasked with overhauling the cargo ship to find any smuggled goods. "

Les douaniers étaient chargés de fouiller le cargo pour trouver des marchandises de contrebande.

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