Once-over
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Once-over is a noun meaning A quick clean or polish.
Meaning
A quick clean or polish.
More Meanings
- A cursory inspection or survey.
Example Sentences
I gave the room a once-over with the mop.
My GP gave me the once-over and said it was merely a cold.
I'll give it a once-over for free, but a proper look will cost you.
The girls sat there while the johns (customers) moped around giving them the once-over.
Word Forms
- once-overs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include recleaner, washdown, washout, flush, deglosser, rewash.
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