repair1
v.
- restore (something damaged, worn, or faulty) to a good condition.
- set right (a rift in relations).
n.
- the action of repairing.
▸a result of this.
- the relative physical condition of an object.
Derivative
- repairable adj.
- repairer n.
Etymology
ME: from OFr. reparer, from L. reparare, from re- ‘back’ + parare ‘make ready’.
repair2
v.
(
repair to)
formal or
humorous go to (a place).
n.
archaic an abode or haunt.
▸frequent or habitual visiting of a place.
Etymology
ME: from OFr. repairer, from late L. repatriare (see repatriate).