Restore
/rɪˈstɔːr/noun
To bring back to a former condition, place, or position.
Did you know?In medieval alchemy, restoring was a vital process to rejuvenate not just objects but also the soul, reflecting the deep connection between material and spiritual rebirth.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*stere-
“to stand firm, be solid or stable.”
Latin
Latin
restaurare
“to rebuild, renew, or restore.”
Old French
Old French
restorer
“to restore, reestablish.”
Middle English
Middle English
restoren
“to bring back to a former state or condition.”
Modern English
English
restore
“to return something to a prior condition or place.”