restorations

noun

1. 1

   The process of bringing an object back to its original state; the process of restoring something.

   “The restoration of this medieval church involved undoing all the Victorian modifications.”

2. 2

   The return of a former monarchy or monarch to power, usually after having been forced to step down.

   “The restoration of the House of Stuart took place a few years after the death of Cromwell.”

3. 3

   The receiving of a sinner to divine favor.