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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Iryna also was a creative spirit who had an art and restoration degree from Synergy College in Kyiv, and at one point was hired by a neighbor to paint a collection of pastel decorations on the walls inside her home.
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Theoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
Sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway are still closed, and some recreation areas in Pisgah National Forest still need significant restoration work before they can be safely explored.
—Graham Averill, Outside, 16 Sep. 2025
The palette responds to the overwhelming feeling of uncertainty consumers are experiencing by featuring colors that serve a greater purpose and reflect a sense of solace and restoration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Sep. 2025
For collectibles, clients will be able to get advice on managing, maintaining or selling their collections, from cataloging and restoration, to selling or buying in the primary or secondary markets.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
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Theoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
Sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway are still closed, and some recreation areas in Pisgah National Forest still need significant restoration work before they can be safely explored.
—Graham Averill, Outside, 16 Sep. 2025
The palette responds to the overwhelming feeling of uncertainty consumers are experiencing by featuring colors that serve a greater purpose and reflect a sense of solace and restoration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Sep. 2025
For collectibles, clients will be able to get advice on managing, maintaining or selling their collections, from cataloging and restoration, to selling or buying in the primary or secondary markets.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for restoration
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“Restoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restoration. Accessed 19 Sep. 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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