maintenance

Definition

  • noun: the act of maintaining something or someone
  • noun: the act of maintaining
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: sustenance, support, defense

Examples

  • a 'maintenance' worker [=a worker whose job is to keep property or equipment in good condition]

  • The building has suffered from years of poor 'maintenance'.

  • She works in the company's 'maintenance' department.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Oh, no. I know a much nicer hotel. It's brand-new. Very modern. I'll have my people take care of it. - Security. - Yeah. Sir... You might want to send a maintenance man to that office across the way. The lights are off and they must be looking for a fuse box, 'cause them flashlights, (..)
    1994 Forrest Gump