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restoration
returning a building to its original state
In more detail
1. (noun) the act of returning something to its original condition after it has been damaged or broken
2. (noun) something that has been returned to its original condition
3. (noun) the return of something lost or taken away
Examples
- The restoration of the old painting took several months of careful work.
- This beautiful restoration shows how the house looked 200 years ago.
- The restoration of democracy was celebrated throughout the country.
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