Rep`a*ra"tion (-r?"sh?n), n. [F. r'eparation, L. reparatio. See Repair to mend.]
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.
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.
Syn. -- Restoration; repair; restitution; compensation; amends; satisfaction.
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