Definition of Restore

Verb: restore ri'stor

Return to its original or usable and functioning condition
"restore the forest to its original pristine condition";
- reconstruct
Return to life; get or give new life or energy
"The week at the spa restored me";
- regenerate, rejuvenate
Give or bring back
"Restore the stolen painting to its rightful owner";
- restitute
Restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
"She restored her TV set";
- repair, mend, fix, bushel [US], doctor, furbish up, touch on
Bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
"restore law and order";
- reinstate, reestablish