restitution

//ˌrɛstɪˈtjuːʃən//
C1Frequency Level 12Formal
Visual representation of restitution

Noun

restitutionSingular
restitutionsPlural
1

The restoration of something lost or stolen to its proper owner.

The museum demanded the restitution of the stolen paintings.

2

Compensation for injury or loss, especially as ordered by a court.

The court ordered the company to pay restitution to the victims.

3

The act of returning something to its original state or condition.

The museum is working on the restitution of the ancient painting to its original colors.

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