Reparation1. (n.) The act of making amends or giving compensation for a wrong, injury, etc.; also, the thing done or given; amends; satisfaction; indemnity.
2. (n.) The act of renewing, restoring, etc., or the state of being renewed or repaired; as, the reparation of a bridge or of a highway; -- in this sense, repair is oftener used.
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