# repairing

/ɹiˈpɛɹɪŋ/ (US) · /ɹɪpˈeəɹɪŋ/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/repairing
Updated: 2026-06-20

## Senses

### 1. the act of fixing

noun · CEFR B1

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

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

- The repairing of the old bridge took several months to complete.
- The constant repairing of the outdated machinery proved more expensive than simply replacing the entire production line.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'.

## Examples

- The car is in the garage for repairing.
- The old bridge is closed for repairing after the storm damaged the main supports.
- The museum's repairing of the fresco revealed hidden layers of paint that had been obscured by centuries of grime and previous restoration attempts.

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