renovation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the act of improving by renewing and restoring
    overhaul; redevelopment.
    • they are pursuing a general program of renovation to the entire property
    • a major overhal of the healthcare system was proposed
  2. noun the state of being restored to its former good condition
    restoration; refurbishment.
    • the inn was a renovation of a Colonial house

WordNet

Ren`o**va"tion noun
Etymology
L.renovatio: cf. F. rénovation.
Definitions
  1. The act or process of renovating; the state of being renovated or renewed. Thomson.
    There is something inexpressibly pleasing in the annual renovation of the world. Rabbler.

Webster 1913