Repair

/rɪˈpɛr/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of restoring something to its original condition.

The repair of the old church took several months.

A process or instance of fixing something.

He called a professional for the repair of his computer.

Something that has been repaired.

The car was a repair that cost more than expected.

verb

To restore to a good or sound condition after decay or damage.

I need to repair my bike before the weekend ride.

To fix or mend something that is broken or damaged.

They offered to repair the broken fence for free.

To make amends or rectify a situation.

She tried to repair their friendship after the misunderstanding.

Middle English, from Old French 'reparer' meaning 'to restore', from Latin 'reparare'

repair shop

A place where repairs are made, particularly for vehicles or electronics.

repair job

A task involving fixing or mending something.

repair service

A service dedicated to fixing items, usually provided by a business.

restoration

The act of returning something to its former condition.

maintenance

The process of keeping something in good condition through regular checks and services.

overhaul

To take apart a machine or system to examine it and repair it if necessary.

To fix something quickly or temporarily.

I just did a quick repair on my bike to get it running again.

To give something a touch-up.

She gave her shoes a repair before the party.