Going-over (Noun)
Meaning 1
A careful and thorough inspection.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The mechanic gave the car a thorough going-over before pronouncing it roadworthy.
- The detective conducted a meticulous going-over of the crime scene to gather evidence.
- The hotel staff did a quick going-over of the room to ensure it was clean and tidy for the new guests.
- The pilot gave the plane a careful going-over before takeoff to check for any signs of damage.
- The inspector did a rigorous going-over of the factory to identify any potential safety hazards.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A severe scolding.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.