to return something or someone to an earlier good condition or position
The badly neglected paintings have all been carefully restored.
After a week in bed, she was fully restored to health (= she felt healthy again).
The former leader was today restored to power in the first free elections for 20 years.
Efforts to restore historical landmarks contribute to cultural preservation.
Conservation projects aim to restore ecosystems and protect biodiversity.
Individuals seek cosmetic procedures to restore a youthful appearance.
The renovation project aims to restore the building's original architectural features.
