Rep`a*ra"tion (-r?"sh?n), n. [F. r'eparation, L. reparatio. See [Repair] to mend.]

1.

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.

Arbuthnot.

2.

The act of making amends or giving satisfaction or compensation for a wrong, injury, etc.; also, the thing done or given; amends; satisfaction; indemnity.

<-- usu. in the phrase [make reparation or reparations]. -->

I am sensible of the scandal I have given by my loose writings, and make what reparation I am able. Dryden.

Syn. -- Restoration; repair; restitution; compensation; amends; satisfaction.

© [Webster 1913].

Reparation (definition)