reparative

adjective

re·​par·​a·​tive ri-ˈper-ə-tiv How to pronounce reparative (audio)
ri-ˈpa-rə-tiv
1
: of, relating to, or effecting repair
2
: serving to make amends

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Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reparative was in 1582

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“Reparative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reparative. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

reparative

adjective
re·​par·​a·​tive ri-ˈpar-ət-iv How to pronounce reparative (audio)
: of, relating to, or serving to repair

Medical Definition

reparative

adjective
re·​par·​a·​tive ri-ˈpar-ət-iv How to pronounce reparative (audio)
: of, relating to, or effecting repair
reparative dentistry

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