restorations
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/ˌɹɛstəˈreɪʃənz/
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/ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃ(ə)nz/
(restoration)
bringing back to a former state
Etymology
'restoration' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'restauratio', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'restaurare' meant 'to renew or restore.'
'restoration' changed from Old French 'restauration' into Middle English 'restauracioun' and eventually became the modern English word 'restoration.'
Initially, it meant 'the act of renewing or repairing,' and over time it evolved into the broader current meanings of 'returning to a former state' and 'conservation/repair work.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of returning something to a former, original, or normal condition (e.g., repairing or renewing a building, object, or system).
The restorations of the historic bridges improved safety and preserved their original appearance.
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Noun 2
the act of returning someone or something (such as a monarch, government, or institution) to power or to a previous state; a political or institutional comeback.
Several restorations of monarchies in the region altered the political landscape over centuries.
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Noun 3
the professional work or process of conserving and repairing artworks, artifacts, or architectural elements to preserve their integrity and appearance.
The restorations of the frescoes were carried out by specialists in art conservation.
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Last updated: 2026/01/02 21:37