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restoration
/ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən/
the act of repairing or renewing something
The museum's restoration of the ancient painting took years.
The process of repairing and preserving the painting was lengthy.
general
the process of repairing or renewing something to its original state
The restoration of the historic building required skilled craftsmen.
Experts were needed to repair and preserve the old building.
Often used in contexts like art, architecture, or ecosystems.
general
the return of something to its former state or position
The restoration of peace after the war was a long process.
Achieving peace again after the conflict took time.
Can refer to abstract concepts like peace, health, or order.
general
the act of bringing back something that was lost or destroyed
The restoration of the lost manuscript was a major achievement.
Recovering and preserving the manuscript was significant.
Often used in historical or cultural contexts.
Collocations
restoration projecta planned effort to repair or renew somethingrestoration workthe labor involved in repairing or renewing somethingrestoration processthe steps taken to repair or renew something
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Pro Tip
Context Matters
The meaning of 'restoration' can vary based on context, so pay attention to whether it's used for physical objects or abstract concepts.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While 'restoration' is precise, using it too often can make your writing repetitive. Vary with synonyms like 'repair' or 'renewal'.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'restoracioun,' from Old French 'restoration,' from Latin 'restorationem,' from 'restorare' (to restore).
Usage Notes
Can be used in both physical (e.g., buildings, art) and abstract (e.g., peace, health) contexts.
Word Breakdown
restore
to bring back to a former state
root-ation
the act or process of
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