restitution

• Sustantivo que designa la acción de devolver algo a su legítimo dueño o de reparar un daño, perjuicio o pérdida, frecuentemente en un contexto jurídico.

A noun referring to the act of restoring something to its rightful owner or making amends for loss, damage, or injury, often in a legal context.

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1. Return of propertyC1formal

   The act of returning something that was lost or stolen to its rightful owner.

   Restitución de propiedad

   • The court ordered the restitution of the stolen artwork to the museum.
   • The government demanded restitution of the illegally seized land.
   • The thief was forced to make restitution of the stolen goods.

   Sinónimosrestorationreturn

2. Compensation for lossC1formallegal

   Payment or compensation made for injury, loss, or damage suffered.

   Indemnización por daños o pérdidas

   • The company paid restitution to the victims of the accident.
   • The judge ordered financial restitution for the damages caused.
   • The settlement included restitution for lost wages and medical expenses.

   Sinónimosamendscompensationindemnityrecompenseredressreimbursementreparationrepayment