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going-over (oh)



n [singular] informal
a thorough examination of something to make sure it is all right
-see also once-over once-over
::The media gave his personal life a pretty firm going-over.
give sth a going-over
to improve the condition of something, for example by cleaning it thoroughly
::You ought to give the place a going-over with the Hoover once in a while.
give sb a going-over
BrE to hit someone and hurt them