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to make over
[phrase form: make]
01
to significantly transform the appearance of something to update, enhance, or modernize its look
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
action verb
regular
separable
particle
over
base verb
make
present tense
make over
3rd person singular
makes over
present participle
making over
past simple
made over
past participle
made over
Examples
She made over her bedroom by painting the walls a new color and adding new furniture.
02
to change or adapt something for a different function or purpose
Examples
The old factory was made over into a trendy loft apartment complex.
03
to transform someone's appearance through hairstyling, makeup, or clothing
Examples
The makeup artist made him over for the party.
04
to significantly improve or transform something, such as a career, public image, or product, to achieve a more desirable or effective state
Examples
The company made over their marketing strategy to focus on social media and digital marketing.
05
to legally transfer ownership of something, such as property, assets, or rights, from one person to another
Examples
The government made over the land to the indigenous community.
