restoration
Translation
restoration, reinstatement, return
Examples
The restoration of the old building took years.
The restoration of the old building took years.
They demanded the restoration of their rights.
They demanded the restoration of their rights.
Grammar Patterns
((the restoration of sth.)) the act of returning sth. to a former condition The restoration of the painting was expensive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: repair, renovation, recovery, reinstatement
Etymology
From Latin 'restaurare' (to repair, rebuild). 're-' (again) + 'staurare' (to set up), literally 'to set up again'.
Memory Tips
Think of 're-store', putting something back to its original state, like restocking a store.