restoration
The act of fixing or cleaning something so it is like it was before, usually when it was new or in good shape.
The process or act of repairing, cleaning, or renovating something so that it returns to its earlier or original good condition.
The act of making a rule, system, or situation exist again, like it did in the past.
The act of bringing back a previous situation, system, law, or feeling that existed before.
Work done to help a damaged area of nature, like a forest or river, become healthy and natural again.
The process of assisting the recovery of a damaged or degraded ecosystem or landscape so that it becomes closer to its natural state.
A filling, crown, or other material a dentist puts in or on a bad tooth to make it whole and useful again.
A filling, crown, or other dental material placed in or on a tooth to restore its shape, function, and appearance after damage or decay.
The act of giving land, money, art, or other things back to the person or group who should have them.
The act of returning property, land, or objects, especially those taken or lost, to their rightful owner or to their original place.
The act of making a king, queen, or other old ruler leader again after they lost power.
The act of returning a monarch, royal family, or other former ruler to power after they have been removed or have lost control.
(written with a capital R) The time in English history, starting in 1660, when the king came back and a special style of plays and writing became popular.
(usually with capital R) The period beginning in 1660 when the English monarchy was restored under Charles II, often associated with a particular style of literature, theater, and culture.
- Base: restoration
- Plural: restoration, restorations
art restoration
1repairing damaged artworks
The careful cleaning and repair of paintings, statues, and other art objects.
- She studied art restoration in Florence.
- Art restoration requires a deep knowledge of materials and history.
- The gallery has a special department for art restoration.
dental restoration
1tooth repair treatment in dentistry
A filling, crown, or other material that a dentist puts in or on a tooth to fix it.
- The dentist explained the different options for dental restoration.
- Modern dental restoration can match the natural color of your teeth.
- She needs a dental restoration on her front tooth.
environmental restoration
1restoring damaged natural areas
Work to help nature, like forests or rivers, become healthy again after harm.
- The organization specializes in environmental restoration and conservation.
- Environmental restoration projects often involve local communities.
- Environmental restoration is a key part of the climate plan.
historic building restoration
1restoring important old buildings
The work of repairing and protecting old buildings that have historical value.
- The charity focuses on historic building restoration in rural towns.
- Historic building restoration can be very expensive but important for tourism.
- The city received a grant for historic building restoration.
restoration project
1planned work to restore something
A planned job or program to repair or bring something back to an earlier good state.
- The restoration project will take at least five years to complete.
- They launched a major restoration project for the city’s old theater.
- Funding for the restoration project came from both public and private sources.
restoration work
1repair and renovation activities
Work that people do to fix or clean something so it becomes like it was before.
- Extensive restoration work was needed after the flood.
- The castle is closed to visitors while restoration work is carried out.
- Volunteers helped with restoration work on the old bridge.
the Restoration
1English historical period after 1660
The time in English history, starting in 1660, when the king came back and a special style of plays and writing began.
- Restoration drama flourished during the Restoration.
- Many poets at the time of the Restoration worked at court.
- The course covers literature from the Renaissance to the Restoration.