make over

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To renovate or to convert to a different use, particularly houses, offices, or rooms within them.
  2. (of a person, particularly a woman) To give a new physical look to, especially with a new hairstyle, cosmetics, or clothes.
  3. (of a career, public image, etc.) To improve upon or take in a new direction.
  4. To transfer ownership (or care) of, especially by means of a legal document.
  5. To praise (someone) excessively.

Pronunciation

En-au-make over.ogg

Word forms

make over makes over making over made over

Related words

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