restoring
|re-store-ing|
B2
/rɪˈstɔːrɪŋ/
(restore)
bring back
Etymology
Etymology Information
'restore' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'restaurare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'staurare' meant 'to build.'
Historical Evolution
'restaurare' transformed into the Old French word 'restorer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'restore' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to build again,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'restore'.
The team is restoring the old building to its former glory.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40