work over

Verb

 * 1)  To improve a prototype, or first draft.
 * The estimated figures are not bad, but somebody will have to work them over.
 * 1)  To physically attack in order to cause injury.
 * He'll talk, once we work him over.
 * 1)  To subject (a person) to a severe scolding, interrogation, beating, etc.

Synonyms

 * polish, rework
 * beat up