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renovation

n.
US //ˌɹɛnəˈveɪʃən// UK //ɹˌɛnəvˈeɪʃən// ren·o·va·tion
  1. 1 building repair (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of repairing and improving a building or room.

    the process of restoring or improving a structure, typically involving repair, redecoration, or modernisation.

    Example

    The old hotel is closed for renovation and will reopen next summer with a new look.

    Example

    The extensive renovation of the Victorian estate required specialized contractors to preserve the original woodwork while updating the electrical systems.
  2. 2 regeneration (n.)
    C1 Advanced Formal

    the act of making something feel new, strong, or healthy again.

    the process of renewing or regenerating something abstract, such as a spirit, a system, or an urban area.

    Example

    The city's plan for urban renovation brought new life to the abandoned docks.

    Example

    The new CEO promised a complete renovation of the corporate culture to address the long-standing issues with employee morale.
Word family
  • Nounreno
  • Nounrenovation

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