restoration
repairing something to former condition
The act of fixing or cleaning something so it is like it was before, usually when it was new or in good shape.
the restoration of [something]
- The museum has begun the restoration of the 16th‑century painting.
- After years of neglect, the old theater is finally undergoing restoration.
- The charity raised funds for the restoration of the historic church tower.
- Careful restoration revealed the original colors beneath the dirt and smoke.
- The city approved a major restoration project for the town hall.
- The restoration of the old house took two years.
- They started restoration work on the broken statue.
- The car looked new again after its restoration.
- A team of experts did the restoration of the painting.
- Restoration of the building was very expensive.
bringing back a former system
The act of making a rule, system, or situation exist again, like it did in the past.
the restoration of [system/state]
- Protesters called for the restoration of democratic institutions.
- The agreement led to the restoration of full diplomatic relations between the two countries.
- The new policy aims at the restoration of public trust in the police.
- After the war, the restoration of normal life took many years.
- The court ordered the restoration of his citizenship.
- People demanded the restoration of free elections.
- The treaty promised the restoration of peace.
- There was a slow restoration of order after the riots.
- The government worked for the restoration of public trust.
- She fought for the restoration of her legal rights.
repairing damaged natural environments
Work done to help a damaged area of nature, like a forest or river, become healthy and natural again.
the restoration of [environmental area]
- The project focuses on the restoration of wetlands along the coast.
- Volunteers took part in a large‑scale forest restoration effort after the wildfire.
- Habitat restoration is essential for protecting endangered species.
- The plan includes the restoration of the river’s natural flow.
- Environmental groups are funding the restoration of degraded grasslands.
- Forest restoration can help many animals return.
- The city supports the restoration of the polluted river.
- Students helped with the restoration of a local wetland.
- Habitat restoration is important for wild birds.
- The government paid for the restoration of damaged land.
filling or crown in dentistry
A filling, crown, or other material a dentist puts in or on a bad tooth to make it whole and useful again.
a [type of] restoration in [tooth]
- The dentist recommended a ceramic restoration for the damaged molar.
- This type of restoration should last at least ten years if you maintain good oral hygiene.
- The old metal restoration was replaced with a tooth‑colored one.
- A large restoration was needed because much of the tooth was missing.
- Regular check‑ups help ensure that your restorations stay in good condition.
- The dentist put a restoration in my tooth.
- My old restoration broke and needs to be fixed.
- This white restoration looks like a real tooth.
- He has several restorations in his back teeth.
- The dentist checked all my restorations during the visit.
giving back property or objects
The act of giving land, money, art, or other things back to the person or group who should have them.
the restoration of [property/land/object] to [someone/place]
- The treaty called for the restoration of land to indigenous communities.
- The museum negotiated the restoration of several stolen artifacts to their country of origin.
- Activists demanded the restoration of property seized during the conflict.
- The court ordered the restoration of the family’s estate.
- The company supported the restoration of cultural objects taken during the colonial period.
- The law requires the restoration of stolen goods to their owners.
- There was a long fight for the restoration of the family land.
- The museum agreed to the restoration of the painting to its first owner.
- People asked for the restoration of houses taken by the government.
- The judge ordered the restoration of the car to its real owner.
bringing back a ruler or monarchy
The act of making a king, queen, or other old ruler leader again after they lost power.
the restoration of [monarchy/ruler]
- Historians still debate the long‑term effects of the restoration of the monarchy.
- The revolution was followed by a brief restoration of the old king.
- The treaty paved the way for the restoration of imperial rule.
- Supporters of the dynasty hoped for its eventual restoration.
- The restoration of the royal family marked a turning point in the country’s history.
- The war ended with the restoration of the king.
- Some people wanted the restoration of the old monarchy.
- The film shows the time before the restoration of the royal family.
- After many years, there was a restoration of the old ruler.
- The restoration of the monarchy changed the country’s politics.
the 1660 return of English monarchy
(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.
the Restoration [period/comedy/drama]
- She specializes in Restoration drama and 17th‑century theater.
- The novel is set in London during the Restoration.
- Restoration comedy is known for its sharp wit and social satire.
- The palace was rebuilt in the early years of the Restoration.
- The course covers the Civil War, the Commonwealth, and the Restoration.
- We studied the Restoration in our English history class.
- Restoration comedy is often very fast and funny.
- Many new theaters opened during the Restoration.
- He wrote a paper about life in London during the Restoration.
- Restoration drama is part of our literature exam.
- 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.