repair


4repair

noun

Definition of REPAIR

1
a : an instance or result of repairing b : the act or process of repairing c : the replacement of destroyed cells or tissues by new formations
2
a : relative condition with respect to soundness or need of repairing b : the state of being in good or sound condition

First Known Use of REPAIR

15th century

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