English / phrasal verb
tear down
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To completely disassemble a machine or mechanical component for inspection or overhaul
In context
01
The garage crew will tear down the overheating motor to replace the damaged pistons.
02
It takes several hours to properly tear down an automatic transmission for a full rebuild.
Synonyms
strip down,dismantle,deconstruct
Antonyms
build up,assemble,construct
Collocations
tear down an engine,tear down the gearbox,completely tear down