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Definition repair in British English

repair noun

noun
/rɪˈpeə(r)/
1

work that is done to fix something that is broken or damaged

Example

How much will the repairs cost?

Example

The insurance company requires two estimates for repairs to my car.

Example

The staff is working overtime to carry out the repairs.

Example

Unfortunately the engine is beyond repair.

Example

Both church and tower were sadly in need of repair.

Example

The offices are still under repair.

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1.1

relating to repairs

Example

repair work/costs

Example

a bicycle repair shop

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2

a part that has been repaired

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Definition repair in British English