work over Meaning & Definition
What Does Work Over Mean?
Work Over is used as a verb meaning To improve a prototype, or first draft. It can also mean To physically attack in order to cause injury.
Work Over at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | polish, rework and beat up |
| Verb forms | works over, working over, worked over |
Work Over Definition (Verb)
- To improve a prototype, or first draft.
The estimated figures are not bad, but somebody will have to work them over.
- To physically attack in order to cause injury.
He'll talk, once we work him over.
- To subject (a person) to a severe scolding, interrogation, beating, etc.
Verb
- To subject (a person) to a severe scolding, interrogation, etc.
Synonyms of Work Over
Work over synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Work Over
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Work Over in a Sentence
The estimated figures are not bad, but somebody will have to work them over.
He'll talk, once we work him over.
Word Forms & Grammar
work over (third-person singular simple present works over, present participle working over, simple past and past participle worked over)
Common Questions About Work Over
What part of speech is work over?
Work over is a verb.
What is another word for work over?
You can replace work over with words such as polish, rework and beat up. See the full list of work over synonyms and antonyms.
What is the past tense of work over?
The past tense of work over is worked over. The present participle is working over.