rebore

Definitions

verb transitive To bore through an existing hole, generally to correct its shape.
verb transitive, rare Simple past tense and past participle of rebear., generally used in the context of Christianity.

From re- ("again") + bore ("grind a hole")

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My 760 '06 is pretty thick at the muzzel (.650 I think) and I'm thinking of a rebore to .35 Whelan or would a new barrel be more practical.

If You could have just one rifle... 2009
My 760 '06 is pretty thick at the muzzel (.650 I think) and I'm thinking of a rebore to .35 Whelan or would a new barrel be more practical.

If You could have just one rifle... 2009
He would replace some of the engine seals to staunch the oil loss and he would arrange for the engine to be brought in some time for a rebore.

Tears Of The Giraffe Smith, Alexander McCall, 1948- 2000
It was exactly what he had imagined; they were both coked up and would need a rebore before too long.

Tears Of The Giraffe Smith, Alexander McCall, 1948- 2000
He flashed me a big smile before giving his teeth a rebore with the Beefeater martini.

Funeral In Berlin Deighton, Len, 1929- 1964
Malcolm had it right - got it right - and the LIBERAL party needs a rebore.

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