repair

Definition

  • verb: to put (something that is broken or damaged) back into good condition
  • verb: to betake oneself
  • verb: to restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
  • synonyms: fix, go, return

Examples

  • The roof is in need of 'repair'. [=the roof needs to be repaired; the roof is damaged, in poor condition, etc.]

  • The car was damaged 'beyond repair'. [=the car was so damaged that it could not be repaired]

  • His job is to keep the buildings in good 'repair'. [=in good condition]

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