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make over

verb

Meaning

  • To renovate or to convert to a different use, particularly houses, offices, or rooms within them.

    "We're going to make over the garage into a guest suite."

  • (of a person, particularly a woman) To give a new physical look to, especially with a new hairstyle, cosmetics, or clothes.

    "Cindy is going to make over Karen tomorrow."

  • (of a career, public image, etc.) To improve upon or take in a new direction.

    "The senator needs to make over his image."

  • To transfer ownership of, especially by means of a legal document.