restoration

Definition

  • noun: the act or process of returning something to its original condition by repairing it, cleaning it, etc.
  • noun: an act of 'restoring' or the condition of being 'restored'
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: replacement, reparation, reinstatement

Examples

  • They have undertaken a careful 'restoration of' the building.

  • the 'restoration of' law and order by the police

  • The town called for a 'restoration of' the law.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I didn't expect to see you out of the hospital so soon. My brown suit. Give me the valet. I see they've done an excellent job of restoration on your little yellow skin. Valet, this is Inspector Clouseau. Please send up my brow- Well, please send down my brown suit immediately. I cannot wait. (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther