reconstructive
Translation
relating to rebuilding, restorative
Examples
She had reconstructive surgery on her knee.
She had reconstructive surgery on her knee.
Grammar Patterns
((reconstructive + noun)) relating to or involving reconstruction She is having reconstructive surgery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: restorative, remedial, corrective
Etymology
From 'reconstruct' + '-ive' (adjective suffix meaning 'tending to' or 'having the quality of').
Memory Tips
Describes something that rebuilds or restores, often used in a medical context like 'reconstructive surgery'.