restoring
UK: rɪˈstɔːrɪŋ | US: rɪˈstɔːrɪŋ
vt. bringing back to an original or functional state
vt. returning something lost or stolen to its owner
vt. reinstating a previous condition or position
The word "restoring" originates from Latin restaurare ("to renew, rebuild"), combining re- (indicating repetition) and staurare (a variant of instaurare, meaning "to set up, supply"). The root stor- evolved in Old French as restorer, entering Middle English with the sense of "repair or return to a former state." The -ing suffix marks its present participle form, indicating ongoing action. The logic follows a literal "building again" or "replenishing" process.
The team is restoring the ancient castle to its medieval glory.
After the storm, volunteers helped restore power to the neighborhood.
The museum specializes in restoring damaged artworks.
His apology was a step toward restoring their friendship.
The government pledged to restore trust in public institutions.