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repairing

n.
US //ɹiˈpɛɹɪŋ// UK //ɹɪpˈeəɹɪŋ// re·pair·ing
  1. 1 the act of fixing (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the work of fixing something that is broken or not working correctly.

    the act or process of mending or restoring something to a sound or functional state.

    Example

    The repairing of the old bridge took several months to complete.

    Example

    The constant repairing of the outdated machinery proved more expensive than simply replacing the entire production line.

    Usage

    Often used as a gerund or verbal noun followed by 'of'.

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