rebore
/riːˈbɔr/
verb
- To bore a hole again, especially to enlarge or repair an existing hole in an engine cylinder or other mechanical part.
- They decided to rebore the pipe to increase water flow.
- After the accident, the machinist needed to rebore the damaged bearing housing.
- The mechanic had to rebore the engine cylinders to fit new pistons.
noun
- The act or result of boring a hole again, especially in an engine cylinder.
- The rebore was successful and the engine ran smoothly again.
- He paid for a rebore of the cylinder to restore compression.
- The engine required a rebore after years of wear.