restitution

noun

1. a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury

Similar word(s): amends, damages, indemnification, indemnity, redress

Definition categories: possession, compensation

2. the act of restoring something to its original state

Definition categories: act, fix, fixing, fixture, mend, mending, repair, reparation

3. getting something back again

- upon the restitution of the book to its rightful owner the child was given a tongue lashing

Similar word(s): regaining, restoration, return

Definition categories: act, acquisition