restoration
Pronunciation:
/ɹɛstəˈɹeɪʃən/noun
Definitions
The process of bringing an object back to its original state; the process of restoring something.
Example: The restoration of this medieval church involved undoing all the Victorian modifications.
The return of a former monarchy or monarch to power, usually after having been forced to step down.
Example: The restoration of the House of Stuart took place a few years after the death of Cromwell.
The receiving of a sinner to divine favor.