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well-restored

|well-re-stored|

B2

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/wɛl rɪˈstɔrd/

🇬🇧

/wɛl rɪˈstɔːd/

(restore)

bring back

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'restore' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'restaurare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'staurare' meant 'to build.'

Historical Evolution

'restaurare' transformed into the Old French word 'restorer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'restore' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to build again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring back to a former condition.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

in a good state of repair or renovation.

The well-restored building attracted many tourists.

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Last updated: 2025/05/20 17:03