going-over

noun

go·ing-over ˌgō-iŋ-ˈō-vər

ˌgȯ(-)iŋ-

plural goings-over

: a severe scolding

: beating

: a thorough examination

received a thorough going-over before being sent on stage

First Known Use

1872, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler

The first known use of going-over was in 1872

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Style

“Going-over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/going-over. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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