reviewingandmending

noun

UK /rɪˈvjuːɪŋ ənd ˈmɛndɪŋ/

US /rɪˈvjuːɪŋ ənd ˈmɛndɪŋ/

Looking at something again to check it and fixing the parts that are broken.

The teacher spent the afternoon reviewing and mending the students' torn books.

SYNONYMS

checking and fixing inspecting and repairing examining and patching going over and restoring

RELATED WORDS

review mend repair inspection maintenance

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Reading through a piece of writing again and correcting its mistakes.

She was reviewing and mending her essay before handing it in.

3. Looking closely at a plan or rule and improving the weak parts.

The club is reviewing and mending its rules so everyone feels welcome.

4. Checking clothes or fabric for holes and sewing them up.

Grandma spent Sunday reviewing and mending the family's old socks.