rebore
rebore · rebores · rebored · reboring
To bore through an existing hole, generally to correct its shape, or to enlargeTo bore through an existing hole, generally to correct its shape, or to enlarge.
Meaning
1 sensesTo bore through an existing hole, generally to correct its shape, or to enlarge.
If you want to keep using that rifle, you'll have to rebore the barrel.
The cylinders of your engine are so worn the rings don't seal any more; you have to have it rebored to stop it from burning oil.
Forms
rebores, reboring, rebored, reboredLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle
See also
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