Restoration

Quick meaning: Restoration is a noun meaning The process of bringing an object back to its original state; the process of restoring something.

Meaning

The process of bringing an object back to its original state; the process of restoring something.

More Meanings

1. (countable) The result of such a process, such as a dental restoration (a dental prosthesis).
2. The return of a former monarchy or monarch to power, usually after having been forced to step down.
3. The return of a socioeconomic formation in the role of the dominant mode of production.
4. (theology) The receiving of a sinner to divine favor.

Example Sentences

foreskin restoration

The restoration of this painting will take years.

There is all the difference between preservation and restoration.

The restoration of this medieval church involved undoing all the Victorian modifications.

Word Forms

• restorations
• restauration

Synonyms for restoration

Depending on context, synonyms include deconversion, restitution, regression, reversion, return, regaining.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include renovation, regaining, return, restitution, restored, regeneration.

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