Reconstructive
(adjective)
- Related to the process of rebuilding or restoring something to its original or former state.
- Relating to or involving surgical procedures aimed at rebuilding or restoring the form and function of a body part.
- Intended to restore or improve something that is damaged, altered, or lost.
Origin:
Formed from the verb reconstruct, from latin reconstituere, meaning 'to rebuild'.
Examples:
- The team undertook a reconstructive project to restore the damaged building to its former glory.
- The reconstructive surgery was a great success and restored the patient's ability to use their hand.
- The reconstructive techniques used by the archaeologist allowed him to rebuild the ancient temple.
- The reconstructive method was used to improve the quality of the degraded image.
- The reconstructive efforts were focused on restoring the original ecosystem and its native species.