restore
/rɪˈstɔː/ · /rɪˈstɔːr/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #5135 in the learning path
恢复；使复原
Definitions
v. To bring back a previous condition, ability, or situation.
恢复；使复原
v. To repair something old or damaged to its earlier condition.
修复；整修
v. To return something to its rightful owner or place.
归还；交还
Example
The engineers restored power before our food went bad.
工程师们在我们的食物变质之前恢复了供电。
Planting native trees can help restore damaged ecosystems and provide essential habitats for local wildlife.
种植本土树木有助于修复受损的生态系统，并为当地野生动物提供必要的栖息地。
Collocations
- restore confidence
- restore power
- restore a historic building
- restore something to its owner
Word family
- restoration (n.)
- restorer (n.)
- restorative (adj.)
Synonyms
- reinstate
- repair
Usage tip
restore A to B：使A恢复到B状态或归还给B。
FAQ
- What does restore mean?
- To bring back a previous condition, ability, or situation. To repair something old or damaged to its earlier condition. To return something to its rightful owner or place.
- How is restore pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈstɔː/, US /rɪˈstɔːr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
