restoration
noun
res·to·ra·tion
ˌre-stə-ˈrā-shən 
1
a
: a bringing back to a former position or condition : reinstatement
the restoration of peace
b
c
: a restoring to an unimpaired or improved condition
the restoration of a painting
d
: the replacing of missing teeth or crowns
2
: something that is restored
especially
: a representation or reconstruction of the original form (as of a fossil or a building)
3
capitalized
a
: the reestablishing of the monarchy in England in 1660 under Charles II
b
: the period in English history usually held to coincide with the reign of Charles II but sometimes to extend through the reign of James II
Examples of restoration in a Sentence
The building is undergoing restoration.
the restoration of peace after war
the restoration of law and order by the police
The town called for a restoration of the law.
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Through hunting license sales and the Pittman-Robertson Act, millions flow into wildlife restoration, habitat protection, and public education efforts every year.
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Maria Davidson, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
Not far outside downtown, the Victorian-style Irvine Park fountain has returned home following an eight-month, $120,000 restoration effort.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 31 May 2025
The current owners bought it in 2009 and embarked on a major restoration, which included adding Heath Ceramics tile in all baths, midcentury-modern furniture throughout, and a new BlueStar range in the kitchen.
—Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2025
The show, a solo acoustic set held on the grounds of Ontario’s Lakefield College School, marked Young’s first full performance of 2025 and supported restoration efforts for a historic 116-year-old cottage nearby.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 26 May 2025
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Maria Davidson, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
Not far outside downtown, the Victorian-style Irvine Park fountain has returned home following an eight-month, $120,000 restoration effort.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 31 May 2025
The current owners bought it in 2009 and embarked on a major restoration, which included adding Heath Ceramics tile in all baths, midcentury-modern furniture throughout, and a new BlueStar range in the kitchen.
—Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2025
The show, a solo acoustic set held on the grounds of Ontario’s Lakefield College School, marked Young’s first full performance of 2025 and supported restoration efforts for a historic 116-year-old cottage nearby.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 26 May 2025
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“Restoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restoration. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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restoration
noun
res·to·ra·tion
ˌres-tə-ˈrā-shən
1
: an act of restoring or the condition of being restored
2
: something (as a building) that has been restored
Medical Definition
restoration
noun
res·to·ra·tion
ˌres-tə-ˈrā-shən
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